1872 Wood Engraving G Durand Art Swimming Pool Public Bath Seine Paris YTG3

"A Swimming Bath on the Seine at Paris"

This is an original 1872 black and white wood engraving of artwork by G. Durand that depicted swimmers and bathers at a public pool on the Seine River in Paris, France, Europe during the Victorian era.

Please note that this item will be shipped folded along the original center crease.

CONDITION

This 140+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Moderate aging throughout. Light creasing. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some light surface rub. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +
• Dimensions: Approximately 22 x 14.5 inches; 56 x 37 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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This piece was illustrated by Durand, G.. Artist signature in print - bottom right of image.

Keywords specific to this image: French, Swimsuit, 19th Century

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