Early 19th Century Engraving Illustrating Three Types of Sea Polyps colonial treen salt shaker a member of the Sioux

a member of the Sioux tribe who worked at Sioux Pottery in Rapid City

born in Versailles

I believe it may have been a collections box

With its bold lines and high gloss finish (in variegated pastels on front and back

One might describe this handmade creature homely

Early 19th Century Engraving Illustrating Three Types of Sea Polyps colonial treen salt shaker a member of the SiouxI was struck by the terrific delicacy of this original engraving from 1814, and with the rather surreal properties of these sea polyps! At top is the Clustered Animal Flower "stretching out its claws" and below are a Sea Carnation and a Proboscis Polipus. For me the manner of this engraving amplifies its subject to wonderfully evoke the mystery and wonder of the underwater world! 7 1 8" x 10 1 8". Very good antique condition.