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Decorative Collection of Six Early and Mid C19th Framed Tinsel and Decoupage Theatrical Prints.
For sale by M Lees and Sons
for sale €2,106     $2,286
£1,800
M Lees and Sons

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Decorative Collection of Six Early and Mid C19th Framed Tinsel and Decoupage Theatrical Prints.

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Decorative collection of six early and mid C19th framed ‘tinsel’ and decoupage theatrical prints.

Colourful and decorative matched collection of ‘tinsel’ prints of actors of varying sizes ,all in their original frames .

1. Maple framed study of “Mr Kean as Richard III’” the Shakespearean character.12” x 14”.

2 . Rosewood framed study of “Mr. Saville as William Corder” . Printed in the margin ‘Hopes Portraits’ and dated May 1st 1825. 13.5” x 16”.

3. Ebonised reeded framed study of “Mr. Payne as Robin Hood” 13” x 11” .

4. Gilt framed study of “ Mr Freer as Richard the Third” . 13” x 11” .

5. Maple framed study of “Mr.Macready as Bajazet” 10” x 13”.

6. Rosewood framed study of “ Mr N.T. Hicks as Richard Ist or the Lion King “ 14 x 12” .

All in good original condition with bright colours, interesting applied materials, foils , felt and watercolour.

The art of making tinsel prints and decoupage with practised by professionals and amateur artists as an adult hobby in the first quarter of the nineteenth century.

Various sizes .

England c.1825

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated these Framed Tinsel Theatrical Prints to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1175812
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 2511
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Decorative collection of six early and mid C19th framed ‘tinsel’ and decoupage theatrical prints.
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Colourful and decorative matched collection of ‘tinsel’ prints of actors of varying sizes ,all in their original frames.
M Lees and Sons

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fig 1. Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames.
fig 1. Decorative Collection of Six Early and Mid C19th Framed Tinsel and Decoupage Theatrical Prints.

1. Maple framed study of “Mr Kean as Richard III’” the Shakespearean character.12” x 14”.

2 . Rosewood framed study of “Mr. Saville as William Corder” . Printed in the margin ‘Hopes Portraits’ and dated May 1st 1825. 13.5” x 16”.

fig 2. Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames.
fig 2. Decorative Collection of Six Early and Mid C19th Framed Tinsel and Decoupage Theatrical Prints.

3. Ebonised reeded framed study of “Mr. Payne as Robin Hood” 13” x 11” .

4. Gilt framed study of “ Mr Freer as Richard the Third” . 13” x 11” .

5. Maple framed study of “Mr.Macready as Bajazet” 10” x 13”.

fig 3. Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames.
fig 3. Decorative Collection of Six Early and Mid C19th Framed Tinsel and Decoupage Theatrical Prints.

6. Rosewood framed study of “ Mr N.T. Hicks as Richard Ist or the Lion King “ 14 x 12” .

All in good original condition with bright colours, interesting applied materials, foils , felt and watercolour.

The art of making tinsel prints and decoupage with practised by professionals and amateur artists as an adult hobby in the first quarter of the nineteenth century.

Various sizes .

England c.1825

Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Framed Tinsel Theatrical Prints to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1175812
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 2511
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames.

Decorative Collection of Six Early and Mid C19th Framed Tinsel and Decoupage Theatrical Prints.

Archive II Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames. View II
Archive III Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames.
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Archive VI Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames. View VI
Archive VII Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames. View VII
Archive VIII Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames. View VIII
Archive IX Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames. View IX
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
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Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames.
Decorative collection of six early and mid C19th framed tinsel and decoupage theatrical prints.
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Six early to mid-19th-century framed theatrical tinsel prints displaying costumed figures within various wooden and gilt frames.
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FAQs

Tinsel prints are hand-embellished theatrical portraits originating in early 19th-century Britain, where printed sheets of popular actors were decorated with die-cut foil, fabric, and sequins.

These works typically combine engraved or lithographed paper prints with copper or brass foil die-cuts, silk, velvet, watercolour paint, and glass bead embellishments mounted on card.

Authentic pieces feature period paper showing natural oxidation, hand-applied foil ornaments with slight tarnish, contemporary period frames, and publisher details printed along the lower border.

Grouping multiple framed theatrical prints together on a gallery wall creates visual interest, particularly when displayed above sideboards or along staircase walls.

Keep prints out of direct sunlight to prevent fading and store them in dry environments with low humidity to avoid oxidisation of the metallic foil elements.
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