1946 Print Alphonse Legros Horse Plough Plow Bag Farm Landscape Field XAK1

This is an original 1946 halftone print of an aqua fortis, "The Plough," by Alphonse Legros. The original print was made using "aqua fortis," literally meaning "strong water." The term derives from ancient alchemists and refers to the nitric acid used in the etching process for this image, Nitric acid is an extremely strong and corrosive acid.CONDITIONThis 65+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+ Dimensions: Approximately 9.75 x 6.75 inches; 25 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) This piece was illustrated by Legros, Alphonse. Artist signature in print - bottom right of image.Keywords specific to this image: Farming, Agriculture, RuralXA