Mid 19th C. Theorem Watercolor Pale Rose with Lush Leaves in Terrific Period Frame beautifully crafted 1800 or so I believe

1800 or so I believe though perhaps a bit earlier

They come in their original green box with cardboard sleeve

I love an old pie crimper

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Mid 19th C. Theorem Watercolor Pale Rose with Lush Leaves in Terrific Period Frame beautifully crafted 1800 or so I believeI just can't resist these early theorem watercolors, especially when found in wonderful period frames still holding their original glass. And I find the combination of very pale rose and very lush green leaves both striking and poignant strong, thorny protection amplifying a sense of the rose's delicacy! I could fill a wall or room with one after another of this sort, so lovely. 7 5 8" x 6 1 2" framed, all in very good condition, original glass in the