Object number
M.57.W.10
Title
Eighteenth Century Cricket Scene Paper Weight
Date
1790
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Size
ht x w: 8.5 x 11 cm
Description
Round, glass paper weight enclosing miniature, paper models of two cricket scenes, circa 1790. Scene in two sections, base contains a single batsman at the wicket with range of buildings in the background. Upper part on a 45 degrees angle above, a game in progress with spectators in the foreground and a row of houses in the background. Real moss has been used to edge the scene.
Circular, blown glass, rose pink base or stand. Traces of adhesive.
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