Author: [Paper theatre]
Title: Theatre Peepshow, ca 1730-1756 | Paper Theater or Diorama, made up of several sheets representing different scenes. This scene is titled 'The library', ' De bibliotheek' , ' De boekerij'.
Description: Paper theater or diorama, made up out of several sheets representing different scenes. Together they form a three-dimensional view. Windows have been cut into the individual sheets to reveal details of the scene. The prints have been hand colored. Etchings and watercolor. Size of the sheets: 10 x 12 cm.This theatre spectacle consists of 5 sheets, numbered on the back (number 2 - 6, missing number 1). The set shows a library with people and two globes.The sheets are in good condition, the last one misses a part in the left top. Not harming the complete view. Very attractive decorative paper art object.[NL] Papieren theatertje met een bibliotheek met mensen en twee wereldbollen. Victoriaanse kleding. Decoratief stukje papierkunst. Op de originele omslag staat ' de boekerij'.

Keywords: Book history|Gardening|Objects|Theater