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1854 Wood Engraving Russian Army Cavalry Cuirassiers Uniforms Soldiers Officers

1854 Wood Engraving Russian Army Cavalry Cuirassiers Uniforms Soldiers Officers

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"Uniforms of the Russian Army Cavalry -- Division of Cuirassiers of the Guard"

This is an original 1854 black and white in-text wood engraving of the uniforms of the Russian Army Cavalry with a key in the bottom margin.

CONDITION

This 160+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light foxing and aging. No creases. No tears. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

  • Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
  • Grade: Very Fine ++
  • Dimensions: Approximately 12.5 x 9.5 inches; 32 x 24 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 is pleased to present a collection of antique wood engravings from the 1854 Gleason's Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion. Founded by "the father of illustrated journalism" Frederick Gleason in 1851, this 19th century illustrated periodical was published in Boston, Massachusetts. It provides an excellent historical record of people, places, and events important to mid-Victorian America.

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