Antique Costume Print Young Lady of Naxos Archipelago Jefferys, 1749
€ 340
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1749
Mapmaker / artist
Thomas Jefferys, London, 1749
Technique
Engraving with original hand color
Sheet size
32.1 × 24.9 cm (12.6 × 9.8 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-14276-55
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
Good overall condition with age toning and light spotting. Minor edge wear and marginal losses. Plate mark visible.
About this sheet
Antique Costume Print Young Lady of Naxos Archipelago Jefferys 1749
This charming engraving depicts a young lady of Naxos, an island in the archipelago, shown in traditional attire. Published by Thomas Jefferys in London in 1749, the print reflects European fascination with island cultures.
The figure is dressed in a layered costume with pleated apron and decorative bodice. The soft hand coloring in greens, reds, and neutrals enhances the lively composition.
This piece offers both decorative appeal and historical insight into regional dress.
Condition: Good overall condition with toning and light spotting. Minor marginal wear and small losses. Plate mark visible.
Framing tips: A warm wood or black frame with a generous mat brings out the detail and color balance.
Special note: This is an original 18th-century engraving, not a reproduction. All items we offer are authentic period works of art over 100 years old. The print is sold unframed; any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only and may not always be on scale with the original.
