1893 Columbian World Fair Souvenir Tray Lacquered Stenciled DeWitt Clinton Train

Description: Item: I believe this beautifully stenciled, lacquered tray is a souvenir from the 1893 Columbian Exposition/Chicago World's Fair when the replica of an 1830s train, the DeWitt Clinton, was unveiled. The replica was used up into the 1930s, so it is possible this tray could be newer, but the tray's construction and aesthetic fit the later Victorian era as lacquered souvenir trays were popular. The 1893-built replica now resides at The Henry Ford Museum in Detroit, Michigan, and is pictured in the final photo which is provided only as a reference. Condition: Used with wear associated with age, use, and poor storage. Has marring/scuffs and minor dings. Losses to lacquer and stenciled graphic with fading and light surface corrosion. The paper label on the back is pasted on and still well secured. There is residue from a price tag on it, and there is a pretty vintage looking antique store tag on it above that. 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Price: 69.99 USD

Location: Attica, Michigan

End Time: 2024-04-07T01:45:22.000Z

Shipping Cost: 0 USD