1875 Chromolithograph Renaissance Glazed Ceramic Pattern Decorative Border LOR1

This is a rare original 1875 color chromolithograph that depicts some of the typical glazed tiles and ceramic decoration used during the Renaissance. Please be sure to view the additional image for more details.

Key Elements

1. Pentagonal tiles - 2,3. More pentagonal tiles without a border design - 4,5,6,7,8. Different tiles whose border is that of no. 8. - 9,10,11,12,13,14. Diverse tiles from the château of Polisy in the department of Aube, France - 15,16,17,18. Small tiles from the same location.

CONDITION

This 136+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Chromolithograph; Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 9 x 13 inches; 23 x 33 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Period Paper is pleased to offer a rare collection of chromolithographs in fantastic condition. These colorful, interesting pieces provide valuable glimpses into many of designs, motifs, and decorative styles from historical eras such as that of the ancient Egyptians, Byzantines, Greco-Romans and of course the Middle Ages and High Renaissance. The Medieval designs also feature a wide variety of manuscript illuminations that are absolutely stunning. Virtually unseen online, these items would be magnificent framed.

Keywords specific to this image: historical, floral, animal, scrollwork, repeating, decorative element, miniature, edge, acanthus

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