This is an original 1882 black and white in-text wood engraving of a portrait of Ito-Keske, the Japanese editor of Swedish naturalist, Carl Peter Thunberg's writings.
CONDITION
This 129+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Please note: There is printing on the verso.
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Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
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Grade: Very Fine +++
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Dimensions: Approximately 3.5 x 4.5 inches; 9 x 11 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: Pose, Japan, Asian, Oriental, Victorian, Beard, Facial Hair, Writer, Book Publishing
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