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146. Pair of 19th Century Theorem Paintings

Pair of watercolors depict a detailed study of a floral arrangement in a stone urn. Flowers include white and pink roses, tulips and holly berries. Paper size is apprx 13" H x 11-1/2" W. With wooden frame each watercolor measures apprx 17" H x 15" W. The art of theorem painting dates back to the early 1800s. It was part of the curriculum taught to young girls in the finishing schools of New England. The process of this type of painting involves drawing or analyzing a picture, then breaking it down into numbered stencils.



125/225   Sold $212.75
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