1871 Woodcut Apodyterium Frigidarium Roman Pompeii Italy Archeology XGV9

This is an original 1871 black and white woodcut of a section of the Apodyterium and Frigiderium found at the ruins of Pompeii, Italy. The Apodyterium was the Roman word for public baths. The Frigidarium was a large cold pool of water believed to close the pores of the skin and is used last in the Roman bathing method.

CONDITION

This 140+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. Some light surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Woodcut; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.75 x 2.75 inches; 12 x 7 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)

Keywords specific to this image: Archaeology, Public Baths, Plumbing

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