1873 Wood Engraving Thomas Moran Art Great Cave Lake Superior Landscape YALD1

"The Great Cave"

This is an original 1873 black and white in-text wood engraving of a painting by Thomas Moran (1837-1926) that depicted the scenic landscape of the Great Cave along the shores of Lake Superior in the Great Lakes region of the United States.

CONDITION

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

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 9.5 x 9.5 inches; 24 x 24 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)

Period Paper is proud to present a collection of wood engravings that were featured in The Aldine, a monthly arts and literature magazine published in New York between 1868-1879 during the Victorian era. This collection features work from artists such as John Steeple Davis, Thomas Moran, William de la Montagne, John Douglas Woodward, and many others. To continue browsing this unique collection, simply click on the link provided beneath the condition paragraph. Enjoy!

This piece was illustrated by Moran, Thomas. Artist mark in print - bottom right of image.

Reproductive art by Roger.

Keywords specific to this image: Wilderness, Outdoors

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