1875 Wood Engraving Egaritea Canoe Amazon River South America Rainforest XGHC1

This is an original 1875 black and white wood engraving of a native canoe called an Égaritea floating along the Amazon River in 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 7 x 4 inches; 18 x 10 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 right of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Indian, Ethnic, Indigenous, Waterway, Paddle, Boat, Thatch, Transport, Tropics

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