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

€ 210

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1845
Mapmaker / artist: Markaert, Brussels, c.1845
Technique: Hand-colored lithograph
Sheet size: 25.2 × 16.7 cm (9.9 × 6.6 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14222-16

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

Scattered foxing; light toning; colors stable.

About this sheet

Bulgarian Man in Traditional Dress – Hand-Colored 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 coloring give the image a balanced, dignified presence. The blank background enhances focus on costume and stance.

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

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