Antique Early Pennsylvania German Fraktur Rare 1802

This framed German birth and baptism certificate, called a Fraktur, is from Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. It’s an early 1802 woodblock that is hand colored. It has a central heart shape, with flowers, tulips and birds around it. These frakturs came to be recognized as an early folk-art form and were often used to embellish certificates, bookplates and official documents. This certificate commemorates the birth of a son named Christian Fisher, born July 6, 1794, to John Fischer and his wife Hanna. The son received holy baptism on July 17, 1794. The frame measures approximately 14″ x 17″. Overall, this fraktur is in very good condition, and the colors are still vibrant and beautiful. It has only some light staining around the edges. This rare piece of history would appeal to historians and art collectors alike.