1864 Wood Engraving Sailboat River Nile Egypt Africa Shore Bank Tiller Row XGIB9

$44.95 USD

This is an original 1864 black and white wood engraving of a scene on the Nile River in Egypt which is a country located in northeast Africa. The Nile River flows northward to the Mediterranean Sea and is generally thought to be the longest river in the world. It was the life source of the Ancient Egyptian civilization.

CONDITION

This 147+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects.No surface rub.No tears. No water damage.

Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White
Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
Dimensions: Approximately 7.5 x 5 inches; 19 x 13 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 thrilled to offer items from an exquisite collection of lithographs and wood engravings depicting ancient Egypt. From Heliopolis to Philae, Cairo, Luxor, Thebes, Karnak and more, this artistic collection encompasses a vast array of images including that of temples and tombs, pyramids and sphinxes, military armor, funeral processions, ancient ships, decorative Egyptian art, historic monuments, statues and sculptures, cultural scenes from the ancient Egyptian civilization and more. Come truly explore ancient Egypt through the vision of these enchantingly beautiful and expertly crafted lithographs and wood engravings.

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