1925 Print Basoko Fort Castle Rampart Congo River Tshopo Architecture XGB6

This is an original 1925 halftone print of the fort at Basoko in the Tshopo district of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The caption writes, "With its crenelated, whitewashed ramparts, its gateway flanked by turrets loopholed for musketry, it has a medieval appearance which is strangely incongruous in these equatorial wilds."

CONDITION

This 86+ 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.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 6.5 x 4.5 inches; 17 x 11 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: portrait, costume, fashion, tree, roots

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