Vibrant 1844 Handcolored Lithograph of Siberian Tschuktsches or Chukchi Family

€ 140

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

Date: 1844
Sheet size: 25.7 × 17 cm (10.1 × 6.7 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-12722-56

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

Given age. Faintly browned, and with some small stains. Some glue remains (from binding) in the far left margin (not affecting image). General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study the scans.

About this sheet

This print is a handcolored lithograph from the 1844 collection "Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples de Monde," by Auguste Wahlen.

It depicts a Tschuktsches (Chukchi or also Luoravetlans) family from Siberia, dressed in their traditional attire, characterized by intricate garments and unique tattoos that reflect their cultural identity.

The technique used, handcolored lithography enhanced with Arabic gum, captures vibrant, enduring colors that highlight the detailed craftsmanship and cultural significance of the attire and family dynamics.

These prints are highly attractive due to their historical and artistic value, offering a window into the diverse customs and lifestyles of the 19th century.

Collectors often seek these prints under keywords like "antique ethnographic lithographs," "handcolored cultural prints," and "19th-century indigenous illustrations."