1873 Wood Engraving William Bromley Art Drum Major Royal Welch Fusiliers YTG5

"St. David's Day - The Goat and the Drum-Major of the Royal Welsh 23rd Fusiliers" This is an original 1873 black and white in-text wood engraving of an illustration by William Bromley (1769-1842) that portrays a Drum-Major of the Royal Welch Fusiliers 23rd Regiment of Foot of the British Army standing alongside the regimental goat, (traditionally named Billy), during a celebration feast on Saint David's Day during the Victorian era. CONDITIONThis 140+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Moderate aging throughout. Light creasing. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Please note: There is printing on the verso. Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White Grade: Very Fine ++ Dimensions: Approximately 9.75 x 6.75 inches; 25 x 17 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