Fish scale floral display in glass dome

Historical information

This floral arrangement was made with fish scales, a popular medium for art works in the late 1800s. This particular piece was made as a 'patriotic floral tribute' around 1900, by Mrs George Saker, nee Mary Dalzell.

Physical description

Glass dome on a wooden base enclosing a floral display made entirely of dyed fish scales.

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