This is an original 1882 black and white in-text wood engraving of a portrait of the Long-tailed Skua (
Stercorarius longicaudus), the Parasitic Skua (
Stercorarius parasiticus), and the Pomarine Skua (
Stercorarius pomarinus) arctic seabirds.
CONDITION
This 129+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Small crease - right side. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Please note: There is printing on the verso.
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Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
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Grade: Very Fine ++
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Dimensions: Approximately 4 x 4.5 inches; 10 x 11 cm
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Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
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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: Animal, Wildlife, Arctic Sea, Ocean, Polar Region, Species, Zoology, Science, Portrait, Stercorarius Longicaudus, Stercorarius Parasiticus, Stercorarius Pomarinus, Rock, Boulder, Coast
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