1858 Wood Engraving Art Shadoof Irrigation Farm Tool Middle East XGAD7

"Shadûf" This is an original 1858 black and white in-text wood engraving of artwork that depicted a shadoof, (shaduf, swape, well pole, well sweep) irrigation farming tool that was originally developed in ancient Egypt and used in areas of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East to draw water. CONDITIONThis 153+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Moderate aging throughout. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some light surface rub. Please note: There is printing on the verso. Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White Grade: Very Fine + Dimensions: Approximately 4 x 2.5 inches; 10 x 6 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation) Tour the Holy Land with this collection of wood engravings from 1858 that Period Paper is proud to present! Finally be able to associate the landscape wi