Rattlesnake and Crocodile Antique Bookplate floating And who/which is Esnath

And who/which is Esnath

Such a charming carving

which I think likely happened in the firing of the piece

Mann of Vermont

to be held in order to make the doll dance

Rattlesnake and Crocodile Antique Bookplate floating And who/which is EsnathI'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.