Foiled/ Tinsel Painting from 1969, handmade in beautiful colors. Three pieces with roses, daffodils and maybe pink geraniums. Signed on back from the maker with date. "Long Beach Craft Class 1969"


Tinsel paintings are reverse paintings on glass with smooth or crumpled metallic foil applied behind translucent and transparent areas; when viewed in candlelight or gaslight, the effect was one of shimmering highlights. In the first half of the 19th century, tinsel painting was taught to young women whose parents were dedicated to providing refined education for their daughters and paid for such special classes. 


Coincidentally, there is the most comprehensive museum exhibition to focus on this under-recognized decorative art that was widely practiced in America from 1850 to 1890.  Currently on display at the AMERICAN FOLK ART MUSEUM IN NEW YORK

Painting Size with Frame: 7 3/4" x 9 11/16 
Frame is 1/2" wide x 1/2" deep

*** frames are scuffed and 2 are chipped. Nothing a bit of Spray paint can't fix.