Grecian Historic Ornament Gouache on Board Student Painting c.1918 old knife The postures

The postures

The wooden crosses--one stained green on both sides

The one with the unstained wood has a chip in the wood on one end of the stained side

while also lending the perfect final formal detail to this wonderful

Grecian Historic Ornament Gouache on Board Student Painting c.1918 old knife The posturesThis 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.