This is an original 1926 black and white halftone print of Cecil Gosling and the day's catch. He and two others would travel up and down the wide Bolivian rivers hunting flamingoes and ducks, and it was not uncommon for them to end the day with hundreds of bird carcasses.
CONDITION
This 86+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. Light surface rub - left margin. No tears. No water damage.
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Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
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Grade: Very Fine +++
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Dimensions: Approximately 4.25 x 5.25 inches; 11 x 13 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)
Cecil Gosling was the United Kingdom Ambassador to Bolivia between 1919 and 1924. He spent a large amount of time in South America and parts of Africa, as illustrated by this unique collection from 1926.
This piece was illustrated by Poosch, Maximilian von.
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