1881 Print Calcutta Kolkata India Black Town Cityscape Low Class Living XGEC6

This is an original 1881 black and white relief line-block print of the part of Calcutta (Kolkata) named Black Town where the Indian people would live while the British lived in the White Town.

CONDITION

This 130+ 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: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Relief Line-block Print; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 4 inches; 13 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)

Keywords specific to this image: shanty, town, poor

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