Framed European Architectural Street Scene Pastel by B. De C. Parey (dated 1925) Vintage

Framed European Architectural Street Scene Pastel by B. De C. Parey (dated 1925) VintageAdditional Description: A wonderfully atmospheric early 20th century European architectural scene depicting a narrow medieval style street faade with exposed half timber construction, leaded windows, deep wooden shutters, and flower boxes beneath arched windows. The composition captures the romantic character of an old European village or historic quarter, rendered in a soft tonal palette with warm browns, muted creams, and smoky grays that create a

Architectural salvage of this nature has become increasingly desirable among collectors

The paper shows natural toning

Classic red box with gold gilt logo with original paper insert

this appears to have served as a decorative architectural or furniture ornament—possibly from a mirror crest

Above the shield is a helmet with elaborate scrolling mantling and a greyhound crest

the invention of cartes de visite and cabinet card photography made portrait photography widely accessible

Silver Victorian Wax Seal

The final page includes what appears to be a signature reading “Telliez”

Mounting hardware not included

Webster & Son merged with International Silver Company

and all edges gilt

visible in close-up images