1897 Prints Charles Keene British Punch Artwork Cousin Frederick Father XAY6

This is an original 1897 two-page black and white print set (comprising one in-text wood engraving and one relief line-block print, two single-sided pages) titled, "Perspective!" The original piece had been featured in the Punch Almanack in 1868. Please see additional image for the initial pen drawing detail composed for the completed artwork

CONDITION

This 114+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Prints; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 9 x 8 inches; 23 x 20 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 has obtained a collection of artistic halftone prints, wood engravings, and etchings by famous English illustrator and Punch artist, Charles Samuel Keene. A majority of the works in this collection are sketched figures in historical costume attire, complete with artistic commentary and character dialogue. Revel in this charming collection of British caricatures.

This piece was illustrated by Keene, Charles. Artist initials in print - bottom right of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Awkward, Incest, Cousin, Father, Pa, Sketching, Drawing, England, Creepy

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