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A division one pictorial paper Mache button

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:20.00 USD Estimated At:60.00 - 120.00 USD
A division one pictorial paper Mache button
1 Medium size 19th century hand decorated Asian figural button. I just love these hand made buttons in lacquered paper Mache in the Chinoiserie style. These buttons depicting an Asian figure were popular in France in the 1800's to commemorate the Asian theme. The buttons are typically hand decorated with gold leaf and colored paint and often accented with mother of pearl inlay as is in this example.
Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918
Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and above

Condition: Note: Antique buttons may show wear. Significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. Contact us for details.