1922 Rotogravure Akaba Cityscape Prince Feisal King Sugarloaf Huts Mesopotamia

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of the city of Akaba; a portrait of King Feisal who reigned as the King of Iraq from 1921 to 1933; and an image of sugarloaf huts in Mesopotamia. Historically, Mesopotamia is the area of the Tigris-Euphrates river system (current day Iraq, and parts of Syria, Turkey and Iran). The caption for the city writes, "City of Akaba, the Arabian home of Prince Feisal, who, forced to renounce his claims to Syria, has been proclaimed King of Irak. It is an important seaport."

CONDITION

This 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.25 x 15.25 inches; 26 x 39 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)

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