1927 Print Praenestine Cista Lid Handle Palestrina Italy Ancient Rome XHE5

"Handle of a Lid of a Praenestine Cista" This is an original 1927 black and white halftone print of a bronze handle of a lid of a Praenestine Cista that was excavated from an archaeological site in Palestrina, Latium, Italy. In ancient Roman times, a cista was a bronze box that was used to store toiletries or bath items. CONDITIONThis 85+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. Some light surface rub. Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White Grade: Very Fine ++ Dimensions: Approximately 5.25 x 8 inches; 13 x 20 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) Hail Caesar! Dig into the history of the ancient Roman Empire with this intriguing collection of images of archaeological artifacts that Period Paper is proud to present. Unveil art murals of war elephants, Samnite