Africa Natives Cape Verde Styles Clothing Family 1777 antique engraved print

Men and Women of the Cape de Verde Islands in Their Respective Habits

(Natives, Mother & Children, White Cloth Clothing, Africa)

Issued 1777, London

Charming original antique engraved print. Set within an ornate engraved frame like border which adds a most appealing visual impact.

Printed in the late 18th century, the hand made paper has gently age toned as always, but which remains sound, mostly clean & well preserved.

A lovely ethnic image which is not often seen, and is perfect for display.

A picture is worth a thousand words. The zoomable image is a major part of the item description. Please examine closely, as what you see is what we will send you. [note: we grade very conservatively and always seek to disclose any noteworthy flaws ].

In Good+ to near Very Good or better condition; normal uniform minor age toning to sheet as typical, light waviness and small staining or spotting. Overall the printed image is clean, well preserved and very attractive.

A fascinating antique printed image which any collector, dealer, institution or person of artistic taste would be happy to own and display.

Sheet measures c.  13 3/4" H x  8 5/8" W.

Printed area measures c. 10 3/4" H x  6 1/2" W

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