1880 Wood Engraving Suez Canal Ships Sailing Canoe Oar Fleet Egypt Red Sea XGU9

This is an original 1880 black and white wood engraving of a naval fleet sailing in the Suez Canal, Egypt. The Suez Canal, or "Highway to India",is an artificial sea-level waterway "connecting the Mediterranean and Red Sea".

CONDITION

This 131+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.25 x 3.25 inches; 11 x 8 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: Mediterranean, Waterway, Mercantile, Geography

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