1906 Color Print Forestier Burgher Flemish Flanders Belgium Costume Hat XGPB9

This is an original 1906 color print of a Flemish Brugher who is from the County of Flanders which is located in the Low Countries. The Low Countries are situated around the delta of the Rhine, Scheldt, and Meuse rivers in the modern countries of Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and parts of France and Germany. A burgher is a citizen of a borough or town and they usually belong to the middle class.

CONDITION

This 105+ 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. Please note that there is a small dark spot in the top margin.

• Product Type: Original Color Print; Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 5.5 x 6.5 inches; 14 x 17 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)

This piece was illustrated by Forestier, Amedee. Artist signature in print - bottom left of image.

Forestier, Amedee

Amedee Forestier (1854 Ð 1930) was an Anglo-French artist and illustrator who specialized in historical scenes and landscapes. He was born in Paris and illustrated for The Illustrated London News, the Windsor Magazine and for several novels. He was known for his attention to detail in archaeological representations of finds, such as of the prehistoric man. He also worked at the Royal Ontario Museum and the Museum of London.

Keywords specific to this image: Low Country, Netherland, Belgian, Dutch

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