1931 Print Hippopotamus Congo Rutshuru River Lake Edward Rutazinge Africa XGY5

This is an original 1931 halftone print of hippos swimming in the Rutshuru River in the Belgian Congo (Democratic Republic of the Congo). The Rutshuru is near Lake Edward (Modern Lake Rutanzige) and, as indicated by the caption is an ideal locale for the hippopotamus population of the Congo.

CONDITION

This 80+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. No creases. No natural defects. Light surface rub - right margin. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 7 inches; 13 x 18 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)

Keywords specific to this image: Jungle, White Nile, mouth, basin

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