Antique Hand Engraved Wood Printing Block 19th Cent FRENCH Party Fete Scene

  

Offered from a Providence RI estate is an antique French hand engraved wood printing block. That features a French Scene from an unknown print or page.

It is stamped (incised) on back: PIERRON Rue Seguier 13. The scene depicts a line of People (13 of them) in 19th century Party (Fete) dress. Much great detail on the dress, faces, hair, accessories. There is damage at edges, see close up photos, on the wood, but otherwise. In very good condition for age with only very light surface scratches but no loss of design.

On the back besides the Incised name and address and the number 31. Is hand written in ink 131. Fete de Lage (13 pers). Please ask if you are not sure.

4 7/8" x 3 1/8" x 7/8 thick. Please ask questions if you have any! All of the items I sell are vintage, antique or collectible and will show some signs of use or wear. Please do not be expecting to receive a "new" condition item. Even excellent condition items will not look new and will show some signs of use.

I will be happy to provide more information and/or photos. These charges will be extra. They are payable by you. I will immediately leave same for you!