This is a unique and original beautifully hand-incised hand painted settle or bench signed and dated 1905 . This unique work of art is hand-incised using a pyrographic (pyrography) wood burned technique and then hand stained/painted on front with images of four children, tulips, pretzels, a windmill and even a stein- a family celebration! Original fleur de-lis brass hinges complete this substantial work of art.

Inside under the drop seat is signed: ” Genieve Annette Silliman, 1905 Wow! ”

Dimensions: 48 inches high and 48.5 inches wide and 20 inches deep

Hand painted and hand burned using pyrographic techniques

Provenance: Old Pennsylvania collection.

History of the Pyrography:
py·rog·ra·phy is the art or technique of decorating wood or leather by burning a design on the surface with a heated metallic point. Pyrography was particular popular during the last quarter of the 19th century and first quarter of the 20th century. In rare instances, the pyrography decorative technique was combined with hand painting using stains and oils and producing largely unique works of art like this bench.

We will be offering more important high quality Folk Art and pyrography works of art in the near future.

We have been collecting and dealing in authentic American Folk Art and pyrography works of art for more than twenty five years. The president has authored informative articles on collecting pyrography and has amassed a fine large collection which is now being deaccesssioned. Write or contact us for more information.

Our gallery has been dealing in authentic American Folkart, Japanese , Chinese, and fine Asian art, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for 25 years. The president personally travels to China, Japan and Europe each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique work of art to ensure its old age, authenticity and quality condition.

All works of art are guaranteed authentic and as described.