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Sign, Trade

Title:
Untitled
Object Name:
Sign, Trade
Object ID:
1980.030
Creator:
Chase, James L.
Place of Origin:
Meredith, NH
Date:
1875-1900
Description:
Calligraphic advertisement for James L. Chase (1854-1906), Meredith, NH, 1875-1900. Pen and ink on paper. Leaping stag in center; man with one arm leaning on animal's head, other arm reaches for a leaf at right. Scrolling banner surrounded with foliage and flowers. Banner reads upper right: "For Elegant Penwork in every variety", and lower center, "Cards etc. Address James L. Chase, Meredith, N.H." Bordered with hand-drawn rectangle. Black paint on gesso over wood frame, interior gilding, glazed.
Material:
Paper
Dimensions:
H-13 W-16 inches
Credit Line:
New Hampshire Historical Society Purchase
People:
Chase, James L.
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