1874 Wood Engraving George Henry Boughton Art Poisoned Cup St John Portrait YTG8

"The Poisoned Cup" This is an original 1874 black and white in-text wood engraving of a painting by George Henry Boughton entitled, "The Poisoned Cup" that portrays Saint John the Evangelist holding a cup of poisoned wine which, according to legend, his blessing drew the poison out in the shape of a serpent (snake). CONDITIONThis 139+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light 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 10 x 13.5 inches; 25 x 34 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 proud to present a collection of wood engravings from 1874 issues of The Graphic magazine that depict the people