1878 Wood Engraving Muharram Festival Taboots Bombay India Mumbai Shore XGA4

This is an original 1878 black and white wood engraving of the Taboots on a shore in Mumbai, celebrating the Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, and one of four sacred months. Fighting is prohibited during this time, and often Muslims will fast during the month.CONDITIONThis 133+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. Light moisture wrinkling. Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+ Dimensions: Approximately 9.5 x 6.5 inches; 24 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) Keywords specific to this image: shore, harbor, festival, LaPlante, temple, IslamicXGA4C78