1882 Wood Engraving Art SS Vega Christmas Eve Crew Sailors Tree Holiday XGYC4

This is an original 1882 black and white in-text wood engraving of crew members of the SS Vega celebrating Christmas Eve below decks during their arctic expedition.

CONDITION

This 129+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Heavy water stain - bottom margin. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 7.5 x 4.5 inches; 19 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: Sailing, Ship, Barque, European, Nautical, Celebration, Ornaments, Party, Social, Gathering, Explorers, Adventurers, Arctic, Polar, Expedition, Deck, Uniform, Victorian, Gentlemen, Table, Furniture, Room, Interior

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