1925 Print Kolkata West Bengal India Hindu Litter Palanquin Palkhi XGAG2

"Calcutta: Native Sedan Chairs"

This is an original 1925 black and white halftone print of a traditional Hindu litter known as a palanquin (or palkhi) that was used to transport people in the city of Kolkata (Calcutta), West Bengal, India.

CONDITION

This 87+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 6.5 inches; 13 x 17 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)

Photography by Underwood.

Keywords specific to this image: Anthropology, Vehicle

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