Rattlesnake and Crocodile Antique Bookplate advertising sheet music Removing the drawers reveals the

Removing the drawers reveals the top of the chest at least was made from cigar box wood

a tiny fold in the bottom left corner

one features an orange grid

hand-painted pink face

The colors are still very vivid

Rattlesnake and Crocodile Antique Bookplate advertising sheet music Removing the drawers reveals theI'm not sure the source of this antique bookplate, a lithograph I believe, but what a couple of beautifully rendered, intimidating creatures! I especially love how their bared teeth point in opposite directions on the diagonal, pointing outward toward looming predators, or unwanted guests! 7 x 4 1 4". Some age toning and a little roughness along the bottom edge but overall good condition.