#272

Large French Opera House by Gottschalk for the French Market
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$900
sold
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30"h. x 31"l. x 10"d. The wooden-framed opera has painted pale blue exterior with sculpted gesso carvings finished in rich gold,and an oval blue painted "Opera"set with a garland frame. There is a hand-painted permanent background of a country scene with rushing brook,and a deep set-back stage,attributed to Schreiber. The curtain panels and valance are also hand- painted. Very good original condition. Attributed to Gottschalk,for the French market. Circa 1885.