1881 Wood Engraving Lord Earl John Russell Portrait English Whig Politician XEI9

This is an original 1881 black and white wood engraving of a portrait of Lord John Russell, 1st Earl of Russell, who served as a Prime Minister to the United Kingdom. He was also a liberal politician and English Whig during the 19th century. CONDITIONThis 130+ 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 some text is showing through to the right of the figure's head. Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine Dimensions: Approximately 5.5 x 6 inches; 14 x 15 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 thrilled to offer items from a collection of beautiful historic steel and wood engravings depicting the history of England from 1837 until 1874