Framed Folded-paper Baptismal Sentiment Fraktur

Description:

Framed Folded-paper Baptismal Sentiment Fraktur, dated "1773," watercolor and ink on paper, the paper, with geometric fold lines, would have been folded to form an envelope around a coin and presented to a child by his or her godparents at baptism, (imperfections),sight size 7 3/4 x 7 3/4 in., in a later grain-painted frame.
Estimate $600-800

Laid down and taped onto tow pieces of card, crease lines, toning, a couple areas where paint has bled.


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