This is an original 1854 black and white woodcut of an ancient Egyptian chariot with an attached umbrella. The bottom image shows a military chief being carried on a sort of palanquin while his attendants hold a parasol to shade him.
CONDITION
This 157+ year old Item is rated Very Fine / Fine+. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the verso. Also, please note there are visible letter press impressions, as well as significant bleed through on this woodcut.
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Product Type: Original Woodcut; Black / White
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Grade: Very Fine / Fine+
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Dimensions: Approximately 4 x 5.75 inches; 10 x 15 cm
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Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
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Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
Keywords specific to this image: Ancient Cultures, Ancient Civilizations, Archaeology, Archaeological
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