1872 Wood Engraving Pogsons Temptation William Makepeace Thackeray Romance XGCA9

This is an original 1872 black and white wood engraving of a sketch by English novelist William Makepeace Thackeray (1811-1863) entitled "Mr. Pogson's Temptation," in which Mr. Pogson, an Irishman, meets a young woman visiting Paris and succeeds in getting her to slip him her calling card. Glancing at it, he discovers that she is, in fact, the Baroness de Florval-Delval. Suddenly, he realizes he may be a little bit out of his league.

CONDITION

This 139+ 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 Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.25 x 6.75 inches; 11 x 17 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)

This piece was illustrated by Thackeray, William Makepeace.

Keywords specific to this image: dress, caricature

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