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1858 Wood Engraving Art Shadoof Irrigation Farm Tool Middle East XGAD7

1858 Wood Engraving Art Shadoof Irrigation Farm Tool Middle East XGAD7

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"Shadûf"

This is an original 1858 black and white in-text wood engraving of artwork that depicted a shadoof, (shaduf, swape, well pole, well sweep) irrigation farming tool that was originally developed in ancient Egypt and used in areas of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East to draw water.

CONDITION

This 153+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Moderate aging throughout. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some light surface rub. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

  • Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
  • Grade: Very Fine +
  • Dimensions: Approximately 4 x 2.5 inches; 10 x 6 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)

Tour the Holy Land with this collection of wood engravings from 1858 that Period Paper is proud to present! Finally be able to associate the landscape with the name of many famous Biblical settings such as the Sea of Galilee, Jerusalem, Caesarea, and Jericho. Then put yourself further in the middle of the Middle East as you traverse the environs of Lebanon, Syria, Israel, and the West Bank Palestinian territory. To continue browsing this unique collection, simply click on the link provided beneath the condition paragraph. Enjoy!

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