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George Washington Praying At Valley Forge, Unique Historical Art Signed 19thc

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Unique Historical Framed Account Dating to the Early 1800's , signed Quaker Potts This is an original and one-of-a-kind enactment artisticaly presented on wood of George Washington kneeling in prayer at Valley Forge. It's an impressive hand incised work of art on wood panel. President Washington kneels over his scaboard and hat with an inscription above and below his profile: Gen. Geo. Washington In Prayer At Valley Forge, 1778 Likely unique, this work of art is hand incised using pyrographic techniques. This rare and unusual historic work of art dates to the early 19th century. Framed Dimensions: 35 inches high and 27 inches wide with original back side wooden braces and old wire hanger in tact Provenance: Old New York collection. History of the Pyrography: py·rog·ra·phy is the art or technique of decorating wood or leather by burning a design on the surface with a heated metallic point. Pyrography was particular popular during the last quarter of the 19th century and first quarter of the 20th century We will be offering more important high quality Folk Art Pyrographic works of art in the near future. All works of art are guaranteed authentic and as described.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Engraved,Hand-Carved,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    South Burlington, VT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1289238098592
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