Australia New Holland natives grass hut body art 1836 beautiful ethnic print
Brian DiMambro- AntiquarianNieuw-Hollanders.
(Australia / New Hollanders- natives living in grass hut with shield & sword)
Issued c.1835-6, Holland. Drawn by J. Kuyper. Engraved by L. Portman.
Etching and stipple engraving with original hand color.
Beautiful early 19th century antique print. Depicts natives of this continent at a very early date.
A superior ethnographic image of the era, with exquisite detailed and artistic original hand color which greatly enhances the visual appeal.
Paper and image remains clean and well preserved with a fine patina and visual appeal.
Sheet measures c. 9 1/4"H x 5 1/4"W.
Printed area measures c. 5 3/8"H x 3 1/2"W.
[R16161]