Peasant from the Environs of Moscow, 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
Duverger 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-14222-2
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
Light foxing and mild overall toning consistent with age; no major defects.
About this sheet
Peasant from the Environs of Moscow, Hand-Colored Lithograph, c.1845
This hand-colored lithograph portrays a rural inhabitant from the outskirts of Moscow, captured in traditional dress typical of mid-19th-century Russia. The figure stands firmly grounded, holding a staff, dressed in layered garments suited to the climate, with boots and headwear carefully rendered to emphasize regional character.
Published as part of Auguste Wahlen’s monumental ethnographic series, the plate reflects contemporary European interest in the daily life and customs of Eastern Europe. Duverger drawing presents the subject with dignity and realism rather than caricature, aligning with the educational goals of the work.
The subdued landscape background enhances the sense of place without distracting from the costume itself. Hand coloring adds warmth and depth, especially to the blues and earth tones, making the image visually appealing as a standalone decorative print.
Light foxing and mild overall toning consistent with age; no major defects.
FRAMING TIPS: Works well in a natural wood or dark brown frame with a wide neutral mat.
