1875 Wood Engraving Father Jose Manuel Plaza Apurimac Chanchamayo River XGHC1

This is an original 1875 black and white wood engraving of Father Jose Manuel Plaza navigating the Apurimac and Chanchamayo Rivers in Peru on his way to evangelize.

CONDITION

This 136+ 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. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 6.5 x 5.5 inches; 17 x 14 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 Riou, Edouard . Artist signature in print - bottom right of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Peru, South America, Rainforest, Landscape, Waterway, Tropics, Jungle, Rowers, Natives, Boats, Missionary, Jesuit, Navigation, Sailors, Transport, Vegetation, Rocks, Outcrop, Amazon

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