1906 Print Art Dr Karol Marcinkowski Portrait Scientific Help Society XEL8

"Karol Marcinkowski"

This is an original 1906 black and white halftone print of a portrait of Polish physician and social activist Dr. Karol Marcinkowski (1800-1846). He founded the Scientific Help Society for the Youth of the Grand Duchy of Poznan in 1841 with the help of Maciej Mielzynski. The organization offered scholarships to students who were poor and could not afford higher education.

CONDITION

This 105+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.5 x 5.5 inches; 11 x 14 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)

Learn more about the history of Poland with this collection of prints from 1906 of portraits of prominent Polish military leaders, political activists, poets, and historians that Period Paper is pleased to present. Featuring many of the leading figures from the Napoleonic Wars, the Polish-Russian War of 1792, the Kosciuszko Uprising of 1794, the November Uprising of 1830-31, the January Uprising of 1863-1864, this collection is perfect for European history buffs! To continue browsing this unique collection, simply click on the link provided beneath the condition paragraph. Enjoy!

Keywords specific to this image: Sideburns, Victorian Era, Doctor

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