Grecian Historic Ornament Gouache on Board Student Painting c.1918 old knife 3 7/8" in diameter

3 7/8" in diameter

I believe this piece is a fairly early Creative Playthings design

from which pieces were bitten off or cut

The idea of a sit down dinner party seems a remote notion as a post these during Corona lockdown

The wooden crosses--one stained green on both sides

Grecian Historic Ornament Gouache on Board Student Painting c.1918 old knife 3 7/8" in diameterThis gouache on board comes from a portfolio of student work by a Rachel S. Roberts, c. 1918 and there is another showcasing Roman ornament, listed separately. I do think it transcends it existence as a class assignment largely because the ornament itself is so good, and a vehicle for the use of lots of gold! Really fun to look at and fun to have around! 12" x 18". Very good condition, with some wear to the top and bottom left corners.