1952 Collotype Drummer Boy Venice Italy Brocaded Satin Textile Cloth XDD7

This is an original 1952 black and white collotype of a brocaded satin textile featuing a drummer boy. The fabric in this piece was originally created in Venice, Italy in the mid-18th century. A brocade is a type of richly decorated shuttle-woven fabric and is usually made of colored silks.

CONDITION

This 59+ 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: There is printing on the verso. Please also note that there are a few light smudges in the margins of this piece.

• Product Type: Original Collotype; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 7.5 x 10.5 inches; 19 x 27 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: Fabric, Weaving, Venezia, Italia, Design

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