Two Framed Pennsylvania Dutch Baptismal Frakturs

Description:

Two Framed Pennsylvania Dutch Baptismal Frakturs, c. 1820 and 1856, watercolor and ink on paper, one depicting a young lady holding a bouquet and a small basket, walking amidst flowers and birds, for the birth of Amelia Montelius, b. October 1, 1820, in Mifflinburg, Union County, 12 x 7 3/4 in., in a later red-painted frame; the other depicting a wreath of flowers and inscriptions for the birth of Sarah Jane Mowry, b. January 19th, 1856, in West Beaver Township, Snyder County, 11 x 7 1/4 in., in a period mahogany veneer frame, (imperfections).
Estimate $600-800

Both with creases, tears, toning, foxing. Wreath design with some segments replaced/repaired. Wreath design has been partially adhered to a backing board. Girl design has been adhered to a backing sheet.


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