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For the serious collector or the person looking for that authentic conversation piece for a library or study, this stunning …
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For the serious collector or the person looking for that authentic conversation piece for a library or study, this stunning little creation is literally a page from history! A one-of-a-kind, this 1844 desk blotter would have contained paper in the folio and used as an ink blotter or to make notes with the a quill pen. The cover, as seen in this series of images, was created in papier-mache, hand-painted and utilized an inlay of mother of pearl for Washington's home. The title appears in the lower right corner. There are also mother of pearl rests on the front and back corner.
Iridescent qualities and back appears to be lacquered. English registry mark for November 1844.
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- Dimensions
- 10.85ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 9ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Landscape
- Architecture
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Mother-of-Pearl
- Paint
- Paper Mache
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Ecru
- Condition Notes
- This very unique and beautiful piece of history shows evidence of craquelure across the surface, some chips in paint on … moreThis very unique and beautiful piece of history shows evidence of craquelure across the surface, some chips in paint on the inlay. Interior of blotter folio shows some minor interior water damage and discoloration. There is a small area of space between the black board that contains the mounted desk folio painting and the shadow box frame, although the piece is securely mounted in the frame. less
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