1882 Wood Engraving Swedish Arctic Expedition Luna Boat Dog Tow Yenisei XGYC4

This is an original 1882 black and white in-text wood engraving of a team of dogs towing the Luna along the shallows of the Yenisei River in Siberia, Russia during the Swedish Land Expedition of 1876.

CONDITION

This 129+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 7 x 4.5 inches; 18 x 11 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 Theel, H.J.. Artist name printed on page - bottom center of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Art, HJ Theel, Animals, Pets, Canine, Portage, European, Explorers, Sailors, Crew, Adventurers, Polar, Waterway, Siberia, Russia, Tundra, Transportation, Ship, Shoreline, Beach, Rock, Boulder, Nature, Oar, Paddle, Row

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