August Americana
Description:
Watercolor and Cutwork Presentation Piece "Ein fur Veronica," Pennsylvania, early 19th century, probably Wilhelmus Antonius Faber, Montgomery County, 1790-1818, rectangular, the central heart flanked by perched birds within a border of tulips, pinwheels, and flowers, bottom margin dated "March 9, 1821," and inscribed "a present for Fanny," (toning, small border tear),image approx. 6 x 7 1/2, in a reeded frame, 7 1/2 x 9 in. overall.
Estimate $800-1,200
Sheet is lightly toned, there are two approx. half inch tears at the top edge and a splint in one small scroll at the right side of the sheet.
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Keywords
Montgomery County, PennsylvaniaStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
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