Framed Scherenschnitte Cut Paper Picture

Description:

Framed Scherenschnitte Cut Paper Picture, "DONE ON BOARD THE MONARCH ON HER VOYAGE FROM JAMAICA JULY 14, 1809," the finely detailed cut paper picture depicting an oval reserve with Adam and Eve flanking a fruiting tree with encircling serpent above the indistinct inscription "PARADISE," two angels blowing trumpets, and a man and woman linked with hearts and a floral garland, flanked by allegorical figures of Hope and Charity, surrounded by flowering vines and geometric borders, (minor losses, toning, stains, tear u.l. border),9 3/4 x 7 3/4 in.
Estimate $300-500

Losses to one of eve's hands, part of serpent, letters of "[P]ARAD[I]S[E]" inscription, horizontal tear u.l. border, horizontal streak of bronish toning through Adam & Eve.


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