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Antique 1901 Pyrography Portrait Plaque – “H. Smith” Signed & Dated Dec 30 1901 – Native American Chief – Early Flemish / Dutch Woodburn Style Art.
Beautifully hand-burned wooden plaque depicting a detailed portrait of a Native American chief in full feathered headdress.
Signed and dated by the artist H. Smith – Dec. 30, 1901, inside a dotted border on the back.
This fine example of turn-of-the-century pyrography (wood-burned art) reflects the popular Flemish Art and Dutch-style decorative crafts of the early 1900s, often made by skilled artisans using fine hardwood panels. The craftsmanship shows excellent shading and line work throughout the feathers and geometric border.
Artist: H. Smith (signed and dated 1901)
Medium: Pyrography (woodburning on hardwood panel)
Size: Approximately 21″ × 9.5″ × 3/8″]
Condition: Very good for age; warm patina, light wear consistent with age, no repairs or cracks noted.Please see pictures as they are a part of the description. Use close-up feature to examine in detail.
Origin: United States, likely early Flemish-style craft school influence
Era: Arts & Crafts period (circa 1900–1915)
A rare and authentic piece of early American pyrography art — over 120 years old and beautifully preserved. Perfect for collectors of Arts & Crafts, Folk Art, or Dutch-inspired woodwork.
