Signed Art Nouveau Gibson Girl pyrography wood plaque by Mrs. D. Errett.

Signed Art Nouveau Gibson Girl pyrography wood plaque by Mrs. D. Errett. Pyrography, the art of decorating wood or other materials with heated tools, gained significant popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This technique allowed for intricate designs and detailed artwork to be applied to various wooden objects, from decorative plaques to furniture. The Art Nouveau movement, with its emphasis on organic forms, flowing lines, and stylized natural elements, provided a perfect aesthetic for pyrographic art. The "Gibson Girl" was an idealized image of feminine beauty created by illustrator Charles Dana Gibson around the turn of the 20th century. These illustrations depicted elegant, independent, and fashionable women, becoming a cultural icon of the era. Art pieces featuring the Gibson Girl, especially those created using techniques like pyrography, are highly sought after by collectors of vintage decorative art.

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Used (normal wear)