Antique 1890s Ornamental Penmanship Calligraphy Pen & Ink ~ Lord's Prayer ~ AAFA

Description: Seller: Alley-Antiques DESCRIPTION: One of a kind Antique American Folk Art. This is a handwritten Late Victorian Ornamental Penmanship Specimen Pen & Ink "Lord's Prayer". Original frame with slightly wavy glass. This calligraphy penwork was hand done using a few styles of penmanship. Mostly black ink, but there's also red. Very nicely done. Great Folk Art look. This is set in its original gold frame under its slightly wavy glass. The back has cardboard with its original framing label which reads " Howland's Art Parlor, Streator, Illinois". There is also a little bit of remnants of at least 2 layers of newspaper backing above the original brown paper backing. Antique. Over 100 years old. Good condition for age. Paper used for the calligraphy penwork has toned brown from age. Calligraphy penmanship good shape with only very slight fading of letters. Glass is original and slightly wavy. Frame is a thin ornate Gold frame. This is ready to hang. Great Victorian Folk Art look. Condition is good for age. The frame has scuffing. The paper has discolored over the years. There are light water mark staining near the top. Possibly some penmanship samples are lacking where once glued in place. Glass replaced. We left the Chicago Newspaper in the backing behind the backboard as it has always been. This has a great folk at look. One of a kind. Measures about 16 1/2" by 10" (including frame). First picture is closest to true color. Pictures considered part of the description. Will be shipped FedEx. Shipping includes insurance and tracking. BID WITH CONFIDENCE . We have been long time collectors and dealers of early English Transferware, Quality 19th century furniture, and Victoriana. We have been selling on Ebay since 1997.We always strive to describe the items to the best of our abilities. All items we sell are old and will show appropriate wear and tear, the pieces will not look brand new. They will have character. If you have any questions feel free to email us. This is an auction and ALL SALES ARE FINAL. TERMS: International buyers must have 10 feedback or more (or contact us prior to bidding). We accept credit cards through Paypal. Buyer pays shipping, handling, and insurance. Payment must clear before pick-up or shipping of an item. We need to hear from the high bidder within 2 days of auction end. Payment needs to arrive within 4 days after the auction, or we reserve the right to sell to the second highest bidder or relist the item, unless prior arrangement has been made. We usually ship 3 to 5 days after payment clears. All items sold as-is where-is. We are only responsible for the item while in our possession. We will not be held responsible for items lost or damaged during shipping. We will pack all items VERY WELL with bubble wrap and peanuts(furniture will be packed by the shipper). That is why ALL of the items purchased require insurance. In the unlikely event an item is damaged or lost by the mail/shipper we will work with you to help you file your claim, but the settlement will be between you and the carrier. Buyer is responsible for shipping arrangements on furniture items. We do have the phone number/email address of a couple of good shippers and will forward this if needed. When bidding on this item you agree to the terms listed above. Check out our other auctions for other early transferware and quality antiques. Thanks

Price: 295 USD

Location: Darrington, Washington

End Time: 2024-11-22T01:31:21.000Z

Shipping Cost: 24.87 USD