About this sheet
Antique costume print titled 'Perse - Homme du Peuple'. Original antique print of a Persian man. This print originates from 'Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les peuples du monde' by Auguste Wahlen.
Artists and Engravers: Auguste Wahlen (1785-1849) was a Belgian publisher and bookseller.
Condition: Fair/good, general age-related toning. Shows some wear and soiling, blank verso. Please study image carefully.
Date: 1843
Overall size: 17 x 26 cm.
Image size: 9 x 16 cm.
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