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
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.
Internal Ref: ML 2511