1890 Wood Engraving (Photoxylograph) Parthenon Panathenaea Frieze Greece XHB3

This is an original 1890 black and white wood engraving (Photoxylograph) of a frieze from the Parthenon which shows the festival known as Panathenaea. It was one of the most important festivals in ancient Athens, Greece, and was held to honor the goddess Athena.CONDITIONThis 121+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. Minor print defect - right side. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. There are also a few small print defects in the center left area and the top edge. Product Type: Original Wood Engraving (Photoxylograph); Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 6 inches; 20 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) Wood-Engraved Photographs, or Photoxylographs Wood-engraved photographs, also known as photoxylographs, are a l