Description:
- Engraving corresponding to Plate 11 of Ethnography, belonging to the Popular Illustrated Encyclopedia of Sciences and Arts, created by Federico Gillman, and compiled according to the Iconographic Encyclopedia and the Conversations Lexicon of Germany.
- The engraving depicts warriors from different tribes, wearing various costumes and performing several dances.
- The title “ETHNOGRAPHY” appears in the upper margin, and “Plate 11” is printed in the upper right corner, identifying it as Engraving number 11 in a series on ethnography.
- The identifications of the warriors from the different tribes are located in the lower margin, such as: Menitari Warrior, Chief of the Mandanos, Asiniboinos, Dacotas, etc.
- Etching on steel, although another technique could also have been used.
- Executed in monochrome black, with excellent ink coverage, centered with acceptable margins, and with good printing.
- The presence of any distinctive mark, brand, or hallmark on the print is crucial for identifying information such as the engraver, the artist, the printing location, and other details.
Conservation and Damage:
- Overall good condition.
- The print is on medium-thickness paper of fair quality.
- The paper is somewhat dirty and has a rust stain in the upper area, which is the most noticeable. There are other smaller, less intense rust stains.
- The print has small tears and creases along the edges and corners.
- With cleaning, the result could be quite acceptable.
Comments:
- Measurements are approximate.
- Ideal print as a decorative piece.
- The colors in the photos may not accurately reflect the actual colors.
- The print for sale is the one shown in the photos. The description is not a detailed examination of the print.
- The information provided here is based on personal, unverified opinions
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