1878 Wood Engraving View Sarcophagus Amathus Cyprus Artifact Archaeology XGS3

This is an original 1878 black and white wood engraving which the end stonework from the sarcophagus found in Amathus, Cyprus. This coffin was extremely unique because it integrated designs which were not only Cypriot, but also Greek and Oriental in nature, an illustration of just how intertwined Cyprus was with its neighbors.

Cyprus is an island country in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. The first known settlers of the island are known to be from 10,00 BCE which has been supported by ancient artifacts found in villages from the Neolithic era. In these same areas some of the oldest water wells in the world have been found.

CONDITION

This 133+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects.No surface rub.No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 5.25 x 8.25 inches; 13 x 21 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)

Period Paper is pleased to present this image depicting Cyprian archaeological finds. The artifacts shown were found during a ten year period by General Louis Palma di Cesnola, the U. S. Consul to the Mediterranean island during Abraham Lincoln's presidency. The relics were purchased by the Metropolitan Museum of Art and currently serve as the foundation of their antiquities collection. Interestingly, Cesnola became the Metropolitan's first director in 1879.

Keywords specific to this image: figure, decorative, motif, nude

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