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-14276-37
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 condition with toning consistent with age and minor spotting. Edge wear and small marginal losses present, not affecting the image. Plate mark visible.
This graceful engraving depicts a Tartar lady in traditional dress, offering a refined glimpse into the attire and customs of Central Asia as imagined by 18th-century Europe. Published in London by Thomas Jefferys in 1749, the work belongs to a celebrated series of ethnographic costume prints.
The figure is shown in a calm, elegant pose, wearing layered garments with decorative detailing and a flowing veil. The combination of green, blue, and soft neutral tones creates a harmonious palette, while the fine engraving captures texture and movement with precision.
Such images were widely collected for their educational and decorative qualities, bridging curiosity about distant cultures with refined artistic execution. Today they are prized for their historical context and aesthetic appeal.
Framing tips: Works beautifully in a warm-toned frame with a generous mat, allowing the soft colors to stand out. Ideal for serene, elegant interiors.
Special note: This is an original 18th-century engraving, not a reproduction. 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.
