Sidewall, "Corona Vita" (Crown of Life), 1890 (CH 18615685)
Summary
Symmetrical design of confronting sphinxes under a tree of life bearing a serpent entwined around its trunk. All this within a cartouche defined by acanthus leaves. Above cartouche, on either side, two peacocks. Below cartouche, two banners: the left one reads "Vita", right banner reads: "Corona"; printed in pale yellow, beige, light and dark olive, and greens.
Tags
Date
1890
Source
Cooper–Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Copyright info
Public Domain