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Pearl Fishery, Torres Straits, antique 1880s diving wood-engraving

1885

$165
£122.73
€143.70
CA$230.23
A$257.63
CHF 134.52
MX$3,167.35
NOK 1,697.19
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DKK 1,072.08
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About the Item

'Pearl Fishery, Torres Straits' Wood-engraving, circa 1885 43cm by 33cm (sheet) 28cm by 18cm (image)
  • Creation Year:
    1885
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)Width: 13 in (33 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    A few marks at the bottom of the sheet, image in excellent condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Melbourne, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: VW7841stDibs: LU124427427412

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