1900 Lithograph Art Song Poor Barbara Othello William Shakespeare Theater SRP1

$56.95 USD

"The Song of Poor Barbara"

This is an original 1900 two-color lithograph of illustrations of "The Song of Poor Barbara" from Act IV, Scene 3 of "Othello" by William Shakespeare. The accompanying text reads; "The poor soul sat sighing by a sycamore tree, Sing all a green willow; Her hand on her bosom, her head on her knee, Sing willow, willow, willow: The fresh streams ran by her, and murmur'd her moans; Sing willow, willow, willow: Sing all a green willow must by my garland."

CONDITION

This 113+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. Light water stain - bottom margin.

Product Type: Original Lithograph; Two-Color
Grade: Very Fine +++
Dimensions: Approximately 6.5 x 9.5 inches; 17 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 antique lithographs of all things Shakespeare, including scene from his plays, playbills, famous Shakespearean actors and actresses, and historic landmarks associated with his plays. This rare collection of lithographs are from the Connoisseur Edition, No. 389, which was published for private circulation in 1900. To continue browsing this collection, simply click on the link provided beneath the condition paragraph.

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