Antique Washington Inauguration Engraving, ca1849, Org Frame, Super July Sale!

Description: Antique ca1849 Washington Inauguration Engraving, Orig. Frame! You are looking at an authentic item. Rarely do you find this type of unit professionally restored to this level.We are "antiquerestorations-alongthecobblestone". A company that has been in business since 1985. Look us up on the net. This rare and really beautiful piece of antique art has been meticulously dissembled, all existing components repaired, cleaned, re-preserved and reassembled to bring this piece back to life by our skilled technicians. The outer frame has been cleaned without any damage to the original finish. All back frame pieces have been professionally restored using our unique preservation methods which bring the original woods back to life while hardening it against further decay. Dimensions are 37"X39"X3" PLEASE READ THIS!!!! This wonderful piece of history is over 170 years old and was found in an old attic back east. We were quite lucky to get it! The condition is incredible! The frame and glass are completely original. The finish on the frame is also original! The front of the frame has some very slight handling marks (understandable due to it's age) in various places but can only be seen very up close. The finish is almost as it was when made. The back of the piece has been completely restructured using all the original parts. We added and reinforced the hanging cable for a very secure hold. The engraving main plate picture was professionally cleaned and enhanced using very special document chemicals which are accepted by restoration experts. The main engraving is in exceptionally nice condition. Vivid and detailed. As you can see in the pictures however the outer border suffered some damage however the title verbiages are still visible. The inner white window mat is the original framing method that was present. It does cover the damaged portion of the engraving which explains why it got damaged. At the time it was originally framed there was not a lot of thought given to long term preservation methods. After the initial cleaning we added special methods so no more deterioration would occur to the engraving while in the frame. We have restored this piece of history to fit into your living room, office, or any other place and add a beautiful piece of Americana wherever you decide to display it. This piece was professionally restored, you get what you pay for. Just read some of our feedback comments! This beautiful piece would add interest and class to any home display. You will not find another piece like this on this forum or anywhere on the net. Pieces like this are usually reserved for high end auction houses. Thank you for looking

Price: 1800 USD

Location: Grants Pass, Oregon

End Time: 2024-10-23T07:39:15.000Z

Shipping Cost: 150 USD