"Folly Commonly Punishes Itself" Framed c19th Calligraphy

Framed piece taken from Georgian calligraphy exercise book dated to 1814. 

Beautiful aged paper with fine calligraphy.

Framed in red etched wooden frame with glass front. Off white mount.

Frame size: 22.5 x 27.5 cm 

There is writing on the front and the reverse of the page so you can chose from which line resonates the most. 

Front: 'Folly commonly punishes itself'

Reverse: 'Education improves human nature'