1882 Wood Engraving Art Ribbon Seal Histriophoca Fasciata Animal Marine XGYC4

This is an original 1882 black and white in-text wood engraving of ribbon seals (Histriophoca fasciata) resting on the surface of an arctic ice floes.

CONDITION

This 129+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.5 x 3.5 inches; 11 x 9 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: Arctic, Polar, Pinniped, Bering Sea, Ocean, Creature, Mammal, Ice Floe, Winter, Cold, Frozen, Biology, Zoology, Science, Naturalist, Species

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