Historic View of Damascus and Burial Site of a Prophet's Wife, Anonymus, 1869

Religion · 19th century

Historic View of Damascus and Burial Site of a Prophet's Wife, Anonymus, 1869

€ 880

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

Date: 1869
Sheet size: 12 × 22.3 cm (4.7 × 8.8 in)
Reference: BG-13808-1

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, given age. Light foxing. Print loosely attached to a carrier sheet. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.

About this sheet

The drawing depicts a panoramic view of Damascus as seen on July 24, 1869. It is a fine pencil drawing, approximately 7 x 22 cm in size, mounted on a backing board. The drawing showcases the city's distinctive skyline with domes and minarets prominent in the background. In the foreground, there are faint outlines of people and structures. The drawing also includes a note referencing the burial site of a woman related to the Prophet, suggesting a significant historical or religious context. The paper is slightly stained and browned, indicating some aging.

The value of an antique drawing like this can vary significantly based on several factors:

Given these factors, an anonymous but historically significant drawing in good condition could be valued anywhere from a few hundred to several thousand dollars.