Lovely and Unusual Late 19th C. Chestnuts Still Life colored ink drawing 1 1/2" deep and in

1 1/2" deep and in very good condition

6 1/4" x 5 1/16" x 3 1/2" t

I believe this one dates to the very late 19th century

and have wanted to find one of these Victorian winder types since learning of their existence a couple of years ago

Lovely and Unusual Late 19th C. Chestnuts Still Life colored ink drawing 1 1/2" deep and inI'm really smitten with this little painting, unusual for its solid black ground, which to my eye makes these chestnuts, plus two almonds and a walnut, feels quite jewel like. Curious and special feeling, and with these wonderfully wispy white tufts at the ends indicating they've been freshly shucked. A perfect winter still life I'd say. 8 1 4" x 6" and in good antique condition. Signed A. C. Johnson, January 1898. With a clear coat over the painting