1862 Wood Engraving Central Park New York City Winter Ice Skating Sleighs NYN1

This is an original large-format 1862 black and white in-text wood engraving of two sketches of winter skating and sleighing in Central Park, NYC.

CONDITION

This 152+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. No natural defects. No tears. No water damage. This item will be shipped folded along the two original center creases. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 20.5 x 14.75 inches; 52 x 37 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 offer an unusual and rare collection of Civil War era wood engravings and advertising from the New York Illustrated News. This collection will be of interest to historians of the American Civil War and collectors of original Civil War memorabilia.

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