Mountain Man from Wallachia, Hand-Colored Lithograph, c.1845

Landscape · 19th century

Mountain Man from Wallachia, Hand-Colored Lithograph, c.1845

€ 190

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

Date: 1845
Mapmaker / artist: Markaert after Auguste Wahlen, Brussels, c.1845
Technique: Hand-colored lithograph
Sheet size: 25.2 × 16.7 cm (9.9 × 6.6 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14222-7

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

Even toning; light foxing; image strong.

About this sheet

Mountain Man from Wallachia, Hand-Colored Lithograph, c.1845

This dramatic figure represents a mountain inhabitant from Wallachia, wearing a heavy fur cloak over traditional garments. The imposing silhouette and textural detail convey both regional identity and environmental adaptation.

The plate forms part of Auguste Wahlen’s visual survey of global dress and customs, with Markaert’s drawing emphasizing material culture and posture. Hand coloring enhances the contrast between fur, fabric, and skin tones.

Its bold presence makes this print especially effective as a standalone decorative piece.

CONDITION:
Even toning; light foxing; image strong.

FRAMING TIPS:
Best framed simply to allow the figure’s mass and texture to dominate.