Blue and Silver Snake French Folk Art Painting on Wood 1980s jewelry I purchased this old brass

I purchased this old brass boot at an estate sale at the family home of the former Plant Engineer at The United Shoe Machinery Company in Beverly

Really a wonderful piece

this piece clearly shows its history

grey and brown glazes over a cream slip

Blue and Silver Snake French Folk Art Painting on Wood 1980s jewelry I purchased this old brassAll that I know for sure about this fabulous old snake painting on wood is that it was found on the back of a 19th century French armoire and presumed French. While I can't say for certain it is that old, it definitely has a lot of years on it, and I really love the thought of it sitting hidden from view, patiently awaiting re discovery. The silver painted, serpentine snake itself I think could not be better, with super long tongue and wonderful