
Vintage Three-Dimensional Paper Tole Decoupage Floral Art
This item is a vintage three-dimensional paper tole (decoupage) artwork featuring a vertical arrangement of blooming pink and white flowers, likely morning glories or petunias, intertwined with muted blue-green foliage. The piece is constructed using multiple hand-cut layers of paper that have been shaped, curved, and stacked to create a realistic sculptural depth within a shadowbox-style frame. The color palette focuses on soft pastels including Dusty Rose, Pale Pink, and Slate Blue, set against a light cream background. The artwork is presented within a double-matted oval aperture; the inner mat is a dusty mauve while the outer matting is a deep forest green. The entire composition is housed behind glass in a wooden rectangular frame with a subtle gold-toned lip. A small, handwritten signature and date (appearing to be '86' or '88') are visible in the lower right corner of the paper art, though the specific artist's name is difficult to decipher. The condition appears fair to good, with some minor fading consistent with age and possible dust accumulation under the glass. No significant tears or moisture damage are visible, though the paper edges show a natural aged patina and minor fraying typical of hand-cut tole work from the late 20th century.
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Estimated Value
$45 - $85
Basic Information
Category
Decorative Arts / Mixed Media
Appraised On
February 4, 2026
Estimated Value
$45 - $85
Item Description
This item is a vintage three-dimensional paper tole (decoupage) artwork featuring a vertical arrangement of blooming pink and white flowers, likely morning glories or petunias, intertwined with muted blue-green foliage. The piece is constructed using multiple hand-cut layers of paper that have been shaped, curved, and stacked to create a realistic sculptural depth within a shadowbox-style frame. The color palette focuses on soft pastels including Dusty Rose, Pale Pink, and Slate Blue, set against a light cream background. The artwork is presented within a double-matted oval aperture; the inner mat is a dusty mauve while the outer matting is a deep forest green. The entire composition is housed behind glass in a wooden rectangular frame with a subtle gold-toned lip. A small, handwritten signature and date (appearing to be '86' or '88') are visible in the lower right corner of the paper art, though the specific artist's name is difficult to decipher. The condition appears fair to good, with some minor fading consistent with age and possible dust accumulation under the glass. No significant tears or moisture damage are visible, though the paper edges show a natural aged patina and minor fraying typical of hand-cut tole work from the late 20th century.
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