Chromolithography is a printing process developed and used primarily in the 19th through early 20th century. It uses a single plate per color to create super saturated color images that were used primarily for advertising ephemera. "Excelsior Fruit" is considered a prime example of this media. Which is why an original copy of this print is part of the Library of the United States Congress Collection. It features a range of vibrant fruits arranged on a table against a dark green background.
Image Reveal: 29.5" wide x 23.5" high
With Frame: 35" wide x 29" high x 2.5" deep
While not dated - this version appears to be quite old. The rustic frame has a distressed faux finish. With a protective layer of glass covering the image itself. Frame back has three thin panes of wood covering most of its surface. Along with reinforced hammered metal corners.
The print is in very good vintage condition with some "rippling" to the surface which may indicate age. The frame is structurally sound with what appears to be purposeful aging, wear, and distressed surfaces. Given we have not removed the framing back- assumptions of age and condition are based on our examination of the print within/through the existing framework.. We also assume that the glass has not been treated to filter out UV rays.
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SOLD: Circa 1900 Excelsior Fruit Chromolithograph in Rustic Distressed Frame
The print is in very good vintage condition with some "rippling" to the surface which may indicate age. The frame is structurally sound with what appears to be purposeful aging, wear, and distressed surfaces. Given we have not removed the framing back- assumptions of age and condition are based on our examination of the print within/through the existing framework.. We also assume that the glass has not been treated to filter out UV rays.