Dove with Olive Branch
SB-167
Front: Low relief, polished surface design of a “tree” comprised of a trunk and three leaf-tipped branches on either side; crowned by a central flower (rose?) at top. the initials “A” and “G” appear, one on either side of the trunk. All set against a rough, stippled background which is surrounded by a polished border. Deeply incised, polished surface page hinge.
Back: Low relief, polished surface design of a dove carrying a leafy branch; set against a rough, stippled background which is surrounded by a polished border. Deeply incised, polished surface page hinge.
Spine: 2 bands of rough, stippled texture (one at top, the other at bottom) surrounded by polished surface.
Fore edge: Flat; Flush with edges of book; polished border with rough, stippled center.
Very light. Obsidian or black glass?
- Dateca. 1900
- MediumAnthracite (?), obsidian, or black glass.
- Dimensions (inches)4 3/4 x 3 5/8 x 1 1/8