1854 Wood Engraving Diogenes Fossor Gravedigger Worker Spade Shovel Pick XGGD8

This is an original 1854 monochrome wood engraving of a Roman fossor named Diogenes that helped dig the tunnels for the catacombs beneath Rome, Italy.

CONDITION

This 157+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Monochrome
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 3.75 x 4.25 inches; 10 x 11 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)

Keywords specific to this image: Rome, Italy, Europe, Catacombs, Tools, Tomb, Italian, Laborer

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