Bulgarian Man in Traditional Dress – Hand-Coloured Lithograph, c.1845

€ 210

One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.

Date: 1845
Sheet size: 25.2 × 16.7 cm (9.9 × 6.6 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14222-16

Condition

Scattered foxing; light toning; colours stable.

About this sheet

Bulgarian Man in Traditional Dress – Hand-Coloured Lithograph, c.1845
This lithograph portrays a Bulgarian man dressed in regional costume, complete with sash, headwear, and distinctive garments reflecting Ottoman-era Balkan influences. The figure is shown barefoot, reinforcing the ethnographic realism sought by Wahlen’s project.

Markaert’s careful draughtsmanship and restrained hand colouring give the image a balanced, dignified presence. The blank background enhances focus on costume and stance.

Condition report:
Scattered foxing; light toning; colours stable.

Framing tips:
A warm wood frame with a wide mat complements the earthy palette.

Technique: Hand-coloured lithograph
Maker: Markaert, Brussels, c.1845