ETHNOGRAPHY PRINT 8. SUMATRA, PHILIPPINES, TIMOR, ETC.

Description:
- Engraving corresponding to Plate 8 of Ethnography, belonging to the Popular Illustrated Encyclopedia of Sciences and Arts, created by Federico Gillman, and compiled according to the German Iconographic Encyclopedia and the Conversations Lexicon.
- The engraving depicts various figures from different ethnic groups in various parts of Southeast Asia, which form part of the present-day Malay archipelago.
- The title “ETHNOGRAPHY” appears in the upper margin, and “Plate 8” is printed in the upper right corner, identifying it as Engraving number 8 in a series on ethnography.
- The identifications of the figures are located in the lower margin; some of them are: a Javanese couple, chiefs in Java, figures from Malaysia, inhabitants of Amarassie (Timor), the regent of Serang (Indostan), etc. Masks, skulls, huts, and various utensils are also depicted. - Intaglio print on steel, although another technique could also have been used.
- Done in black, with excellent ink coverage, centered with acceptable margins, and with good printing.
- The presence of any 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 some rust stains. Some of these slightly affect the print.
- 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 account of the print.
- The information provided here is based on personal, unverified opinions.