This is an original 1902 black and white photogravure of Gerard Dou's "A Girl at a Window." Gerard (Gerrit) Dou was a Dutch Golden Age painter known for his small, refined paintings primarily employing trompe l'oeil to depict genre scenes. This is a superb image and a wonderful example of photogravure with the print retaining the original plate impression.
CONDITION
This 109+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. No creases. No natural defects.No surface rub.No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is a plate impression bordering the image in this print.
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Product Type: Original Photogravure; Black / White
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Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
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Dimensions: Approximately 4.25 x 6 inches; 11 x 15 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)
This piece was illustrated by Dou, Gerard. Artist name printed on page - bottom center of image.
Keywords specific to this image: Fruit, Flowers, Bird, Drape, Curtain
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