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Fraktur, 1807 - Early German immigrants created decorative documents, known as Fraktur, for a variety of reasons. Many commemorated a child's birth and baptism. Others were made as keepsakes, symbols of achievement or expressions of the immigrant's heritage or religion. These documents usually incorporated intricate lettering, elaborate borders and colorful drawings. In 1807, Susanna Hubner created this manuscript and embellished it with stylized flowers, hearts and a bird.
August 29, 1807
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Fraktur, 1807
Early German immigrants created decorative documents, known as Fraktur, for a variety of reasons. Many commemorated a child's birth and baptism. Others were made as keepsakes, symbols of achievement or expressions of the immigrant's heritage or religion. These documents usually incorporated intricate lettering, elaborate borders and colorful drawings. In 1807, Susanna Hubner created this manuscript and embellished it with stylized flowers, hearts and a bird.
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