1888 Chromolithograph Spain Costume Fashion Alfonso X Castile 13th Century LCH2

This is a rare original 1888 color chromolithograph which offers a glimpse into the rich culture of Spain during the 13th century, during the reign of Alfonso X of Castile.

A unique feature of this illustration, which may be difficult to see in the digital image, is the use of gold ink which not only shimmers when it catches the light but also accentuates some of the finer details that might otherwise be missed.

Key Elements in Each Panel (Left to Right)

Top - Lord and lady, receiving news from a messenger - Spanish warriors - Two women offering a young man a lovely fringed scarf.

Bottom - Upper - Wooden pitcher with copper rings - Lamp - Two suspended lamps, similar to those found in Moorish mosques - Copper candlestick - Small embroidered alms pouches - A procession, in which Alfonso X of Castile and a bishop are conversing - Lower - Hunter, with a lance for spearing wild boar - Bird hunter, in a saddle of yellow leather - Alfonso X of Castile wearing a light gonelle, mounted - Spanish merchant paying respect to someone of a higher rank.

CONDITION

This 123+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that over the years, paper stuck to the dense ink in several places. It is particularly noticeable in the right hand horse in the lower panel, and all of the similar marks are visible in the digital image.

• Product Type: Original Chromolithograph; Color
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 13.5 inches; 25 x 34 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)

Period Paper has obtained an extraordinary, ultra-rare collection of original color and chromolithographs, which capture a myriad of ancient cultures and costumes from around the world. Virtually unseen individually, and from perhaps the most coveted portfolio of costumes from the 19th century, these historically important elephant folio-sized chromolithographs depict scenes and images venturing from ancient Egypt to classical Rome and Greece. Each illustration was adapted from actual artifacts and archaeological sites to define accurate representations of life during each time period; from the dainty Orient to the tribes of Oceania, there are beautiful illustrations for all, each more unique than the next.

Please note that the full original supporting documents for this original piece, shown in the additional pictures attached to the listing, are included and will be shipped with this original.

The originals offered are from the first edition of RacinetÕs masterwork on costumes of the world. Many have been heightened in gold and silver. The full color chromolithographs are some of the most spectacular we have procured. The duotone chromolithographs are stunning and impeccably preserved. Each piece from the collection is in museum-quality condition.

Keywords specific to this image: horse, headdress, miter, mitre, crosier, croizer, crown, outfit, Medieval, Middle Ages

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