A unique glazed frame of butterfly impressions, (a technique whereby a 'print' of the butterfly scales was taken and pressed), bodies and antennae etc were skillfully painted or drawn in. These by w.boothby 1923. A rare and decorative item.
Width. 17 inches.
Height. 19.5 inches.
Physical Dimensions
Height
49.5cm (19.49")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration
Atropos Antiques has dated this piece to the 1920s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1055746
Dealers Internal Reference
GM/STCK/WRKSP
Dealers Notes
georgemorgan90@gmail.com
Description
A unique glazed frame of butterfly impressions, (a technique whereby a 'print' of the butterfly scales was taken and pressed), bodies and antennae etc were skillfully painted or drawn in. These by w.boothby 1923. A rare and decorative item.
Width. 17 inches.
Height. 19.5 inches.
Physical Dimensions
Height
49.5cm (19.49")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture
Atropos Antiques has dated this piece to the 1920s.
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