1872 Wood Engraving William Makepeace Thackeray Costume Tuilleries English XGCA9

This is an original 1872 black and white wood engraving of a sketch by English novelist William Makepeace Thackeray (1811-1863) comically entitled "How to Astonish the French, An English Family in the Tuilleries." Please note that there is a blind emboss mark in the top right corner. CONDITIONThis 139+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects.No Surface Rub.No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is part of a blind emboss and a small mark in the top right corner. Product Type: Original Engraving; Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 4.5 inches; 15 x 11 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) This piece was illustrated by Thackeray, William Makepeace. Keywords specific to this image: dress, bonnet, f