1864 Wood Engraving Assuan Assouan Aswan Egypt Nile River Quarry Syene XGIB9

This is an original 1864 black and white in-text wood engraving of Assuan (Assouan or Aswan) which is a city in southern Egypt in Africa. It is situated just north of the Aswan Dams on the bank of the Nile River. CONDITIONThis 147+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects.No surface rub.No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso. Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White Grade: Very Fine +++ Dimensions: Approximately 4 x 3 inches; 10 x 8 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) Period Paper is thrilled to offer items from an exquisite collection of lithographs and wood engravings depicting ancient Egypt. From Heliopolis to Philae, Cairo, Luxor, Thebes, Karnak and more, this artistic collection encompasses a vast a