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Discussion in 'Pottery, Glass, and Porcelain' started by Mario, Jan 24, 2018.

  1. Mario

    Mario Well-Known Member

    I found this plaque yesterday, it seems to be a carving on porcelainish plaque measuring 3-5/8"W x 4-1/4"H. it seems like it could be a printing block but I doubt it is. Once it is backlighted is when the subject matter becomes pronounced and very intricate. My question is, what is it? baby1.jpg baby2.jpg
     

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  2. Houseful

    Houseful Well-Known Member

    It’s called a lithopane or lithophane, hope I’ve spelled one of these right.
    It’s not for printing purposes but to be viewed with light behind it as you have done. It’s a decorative thing.
     
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  4. Mario

    Mario Well-Known Member

    Cool, thanks all around.
     
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  5. Bronwen

    Bronwen Well-Known Member

    Can see it as a nightlight in a child's room. In the background, is a woman decorating a Christmas tree?
     
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