This is an original 1880 black and white in-text wood engraving of
Petits! Petits! Petits! Foraging in an Enemy's Country which was originally a drawing created by Horace Vernet (1789-1863). Vernet was a French painter who focused on battles, portraits, and Orientalist Arab subjects.
CONDITION
This 131+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. Light moisture wrinkling. Please note: There is printing on the verso.
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Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
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Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
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Dimensions: Approximately 3.5 x 3 inches; 9 x 8 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)
This piece was illustrated by Vernet, Horace. Artist name printed on page - bottom center of image.
Keywords specific to this image: Sword, Officer, Wartime
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