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Exquisite 1844 Handcoloured Lithographs of Noble Birmans from Myanmar

$210.80per set
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Title: 1844 Noble Birman Prints by Wahlen: Handcoloured Lithographs Description: Discover the allure of the "Noble Birman" and "Noble Birmane" handcoloured lithographs, heightened with Arabic gum, from the 1844 publication "Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples de Monde." These antique prints, on wove (vellin) paper, illustrate the opulent and detailed traditional attire of Myanmar’s nobility, depicted with exquisite craftsmanship by an anonymous engraver following the directions of Auguste Wahlen. Published in Paris by Poiree, Pilout, Duterte, and Martinon, these pieces are part of the Asia volume, highlighting the diverse cultural heritage across continents. Notable artists like Evrard Duverger, L. Markaert, and R. King contributed to these vibrant representations, making them a prized collectible for enthusiasts of historical and cultural lithography, ethnographic art, and antique Asian prints. The fusion of rich colors and detailed imagery makes these prints particularly attractive to collectors and admirers of fine printmaking and historical costumes. When searching for antique prints similar to the "Noble Birman" lithographs, people often use keywords that highlight specific aspects of the prints such as their origin, technique, subject matter, and historical context. Here are some commonly used keywords and phrases: 1. **Antique prints** 2. **Handcoloured lithographs** 3. **Ethnographic art** 4. **Cultural heritage prints** 5. **19th century lithography** 6. **Auguste Wahlen** 7. **Historical costumes** 8. **Myanmar traditional dress** 9. **Asian antique prints** 10. **Collectible lithographs** 11. **Vintage Asian culture** 12. **Historical Myanmar artwork** 13. **Traditional Burmese attire** 14. **Art collectors' prints** 15. **Lithographic techniques** These keywords not only help in locating similar items but also emphasize the unique characteristics and cultural significance of the prints, appealing to collectors, historians, and art enthusiasts.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.12 in (25.7 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1844
  • Condition:
    Condition: Good, given age. Faintly browned, and with some small stains. Some glue remains (from binding) in the far left margin (not affecting image). General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study the scans.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-12722-21, BG-12722-221stDibs: LU3054341383462

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