This is an ultra rare original 1908 halftone print set (two pages, both single-sided, but both with print on the reverse) of the memorable New York snow storm of March 12th, 1888, and the images in this print set feature Union Square, snowed-in vehicles, massive snowdrifts and piles, swamped railways and trains, and abandoned trolleys in the streets.
CONDITION
This 103+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Heavy aging in margins. Moderate creasing.No natural defects. Some heavy surface rub. No tears. No water damage. This is a halftone print separated over two single-sided pages, both with print on the reverse.
Please note that there is rub from the print on the reverse. Please also note that there is black speckling inside the images.
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Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
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Grade: Very Fine +++
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Dimensions: Approximately 9.75 x 13.75 inches; 25 x 35 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: winter, weather, snowfall, precipitation, banks, Madison Avenue, historical, history, blizzard, snowstorm, feet
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