This is an original 1918 black and white halftone print of Nickolay Chernyshevsky, a famous Russian revolutionary who is known for his book
What Is to Be Done?. He strongly advocated for overthrowing the autocracy, and perhaps that was why he was exiled to Viluisk, Siberia.
CONDITION
This 93+ 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. Please note: There is printing on the verso.
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Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
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Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
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Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 7.5 inches; 13 x 19 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)
Keywords specific to this image: historical, beard, portrait, economist
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