1888 Chromolithograph Great Britain Roman Breton Costume Tattoo Historical LCH1

This is a rare original 1888 color chromolithograph which features the fascinating clothing worn by the Breton peoples of Great Britain during the Roman occupation and druidic eras.

Key Elements in Each Panel

Top (Left to right) - Breton man, wearing a gaunacum, similar to Roman fashion - Belgian man, a Breton immigrant - Man from the Tin Islands, or Cassiterides, wearing a Greek cassiteros - Two judges, druids of the law who settled disputes within communities - Two priestesses of Cybele from the Roman period, one bare-chested.

Bottom (Left to right) - Military costume from the west of the Baltic sea, which was brought to Britain by early Danish and Norwegian explorers. The Danish and Saxon influence remained strong with the Highlanders with many years during the Middle Ages - Irish man and woman, wearing winter clock. Interestingly, Ireland escaped the conquest of Rome - Mounted Breton - Romanized Breton - Caledonian (Scot, or Pict), with distinct tattoos that would have been begun while still in childhood.

CONDITION

This 123+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Chromolithograph; Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 13.5 inches; 25 x 34 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)

Period Paper has obtained an extraordinary, ultra-rare collection of original color and chromolithographs, which capture a myriad of ancient cultures and costumes from around the world. Virtually unseen individually, and from perhaps the most coveted portfolio of costumes from the 19th century, these historically important elephant folio-sized chromolithographs depict scenes and images venturing from ancient Egypt to classical Rome and Greece. Each illustration was adapted from actual artifacts and archaeological sites to define accurate representations of life during each time period; from the dainty Orient to the tribes of Oceania, there are beautiful illustrations for all, each more unique than the next.

Please note that the full original supporting documents for this original piece, shown in the additional pictures attached to the listing, are included and will be shipped with this original.

The originals offered are from the first edition of RacinetÕs masterwork on costumes of the world. Many have been heightened in gold and silver. The full color chromolithographs are some of the most spectacular we have procured. The duotone chromolithographs are stunning and impeccably preserved. Each piece from the collection is in museum-quality condition.

Keywords specific to this image: shield, body modification, clock, spear, dog, weapon, club, Celtic, United Kingdom

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