1887 Wood Engraving Poetry Thomas Faed Art Elderly Mother Child Doll Baby XAE1

This is an original 1887 black and white wood engraving of a family in a home. The caption writes, "Oh! wha wad buy a silken gown wi' a puir broken heart? Or what's to me a siller crown Gin frae my love I part?"

CONDITION

This 124+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. Light moisture wrinkling. Please note that there is print on the verso of this engraving.

• Product Type: Original Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 9 x 12.25 inches; 23 x 31 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)

This piece was illustrated by Faed, Thomas. Artist signature in print - bottom right of image.

Keywords specific to this image: fashion, spindle, family, portrait, gown, costume

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