Framed Fraktur of a Parrot Perched on Branch

Description:

Framed Fraktur of a Parrot Perched on Branch, America, 19th century, paint on laid paper depicting a red and green stenciled parrot perched on a leafy branch, inscribed "Mary Jane Batchelder" in ink l.r., (toning, minor foxing, moisture stains l.r.),sight size 6 3/4 x 5 1/2 in., in a period reeded wood frame.

Provenance: Ex Paul Weld collection.
Estimate $800-1,200

Paper not laid down.


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