1872 Wood Engraving Edward F Brewtnall Art Firefighters Engine Japan Asia YTG4

"A Fire in Japan - Native Firemen and Engines at Work" This is an original 1872 black and white in-text wood engraving of artwork by Edward Frederick Brewtnall that depicted a group of Japanese firefighters using a fire engine of the period to put out a blazing inferno in Japan, Asia during the Victorian Era. CONDITIONThis 140+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. 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 14.25 x 11.25 inches; 36 x 29 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) Step back in time to Victorian era London! Period Paper is pleased to present a collection of 1872 wood engra