
Hindu Funeral Pyre
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- Artist / Collection: Christopher Kelly
- Product Code: FRP11218
US$35.00
Hindu Funeral Pyre
26 x 21.25cm (10.5 x 8.25 inches ).
This antique engraving was made in 1824 and is from "A New And Complete System Of Universal Geography, Or An Authentic History And Interesting Description Of The Whole World And Its Inhabitants" by Christopher Kelly for the firm of Thomas Kelly and was printed by Rider and Weed in Little Britain in London. The work was, according to Kelly, 'embellished with engravings executed by artists if the first ability.'
It was made by copper plate engraving on medium weight, cotton rich paper . There is a crease and small tear along the bottom margin. Slightly tanned paper.
Style | |
Date Made | 1800-1849 |
Paper Size | 26 x 21.25cm (10.5 x 8.25 inches ) |
Shape | Landscape |
Main Color | Black/White |
Size Category | 21 to 30 cm [8 to 12 inches] |