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19th Century Antique silhouette of children, reverse painted on glass

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A charming silhouette of a group of children ambling along. So much character is expressed through the minimal monochrome depiction. English or American School, 19th Century A silhouette of children ambling along, perhaps to school Reverse painted onto glass, backed with laid paper 5½ x 7½ excluding frame 7½ x 9¾ inches with the frame
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Harkstead, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1481211777972
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