Original Photogravure, printed in 1884, Philadelphia

A scene of the home life of the maritime villages of old Holland. Old fisherman and young mother at the supper table, with children.

• Title:  VILLAGE INTERIOR
• Artist: from the original painting by Josef Israels
• Medium:  Print:  Original Photogravure
• Date Issued:  1884, Philadelphia
• Dimensions:  Sheet size: 17.0 x 11.5 in. (435 x 300 mm)
• Paper:  Wove (heavy) 
• Reverse:  Blank

OPS Condition Grade:  Very Good (may have minor defects or light blemishes in the image area, and moderate defects in the outer margins and edges).  Due to the age of the print, and the type of paper used, some foxing or other age-related conditions may be present.  Any issues are visible in the full-view photo.  Platemarks are light, but present on all prints.

This is an original photogravure print, created in 1884, Philadelphia and issued unbound, in a portfolio collection edition.  It is not a modern copy.  A Certificate of Authenticity will be included with your purchase.

Shopping for a gift?  This print would make a unique and thoughtful gift for a collector of German Fine Art Photogravures

This series of Gebbie & Co. photogravures are of exceptionally high quality, with deep shadows and bright, clear highlights closely resembling the detail and continuous tones of a fine photograph.  When mounted and framed, they will display beautifully in your home, office, restaurant or tavern.