1875 Wood Engraving Lake Ega Turtle Egg Native Hunt Beach Brazil Canoe XGHC1

This is an original 1875 black and white wood engraving of a group of natives combing the beach of Lake Ega in search of turtle eggs to harvest in Brazil, South America.

CONDITION

This 136+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 6.5 x 3 inches; 17 x 8 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 Riou, Edouard . Artist signature in print - bottom left of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Indians, Tribe, Hunting, Shore, Banks, Teffe, Rainforest, Jungle, Tropics, Landscape, Nature, Outdoor, Ceramics, Jar, Boat, Amazon, South America

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