Royal Warrant Framed Reverse Painting on Glass

$5,500

Royal Warrant Framed Reverse Painting on Glass

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Description

A large wall-hanging framed Royal Warrant of Appointment proclamation reverse painted on glass and dating from the early 20th century. Royal warrants were granted by the King and Queen to select trusted purveyors to the Royal Household. This names King George V and Queen Alexandra in elaborate hand-painted gilt lettering on a white background against a red matting. It was probably used as advertising in a high-end shop premises. Framed in a black wood frame, with original wooden backboards. Handsome, substantial and historical.

Additional information

Dimensions 1.5 × 72.5 × 25 in
Condition

Good antique condition

Country

England

Material

glass, Wood

Period

circa 1910