Beautiful antique lithograph with hand painted watercolor details. Art Nouveau scene with two classical women, one playing a lyre. When these rare hand-tinted pieces surface, the colors are often slightly different - this rare example has beautiful tones & colors!  Dated 1899, this piece of fine art was originally painted by Herbert Horwitz - and lithographed / re-printed by Raphael Tuck & Sons (holders of the Royal Warrant which allows them to print art for the royal family). Top right of the piece reads: "Raphael Tuck & Sons Limited Publishers to H M the Queen and T R H the Prince and Princess of Wales Printed in Vienna". 

This large piece measures 17 1/2" x 21 1/2" framed, the litho itself is 12 1/2" x 19 1/2". Textured, antique gold-gilt frame is solid, with minimal wear. The artwork is also in excellent vintage condition, with some age toning, otherwise no issues to report. Original hard board matting has a crack along the top segment, and some areas where the gold gilt has transferred from the frame.Overall well preserved! Taped to the reverse is a photograph and information related to what I assume was the original owner. Nice sky-blue backing, held in solidly with framing brads. Original glass has no chips or visible damage.  

Thanks for looking and don't hesitate to contact me with any questions about the item. The piece of art will be carefully packaged and protected for shipping.