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This is an antique print of an illustration titled "Christian Entering the Valley of Humiliation." It shows a knight in full armor, presumably Christian, standing in a valley surrounded by several figures. To his left, a woman in a flowing gown holds a basket, while another woman stands behind her. On the right, a woman in a dark dress is seated, and behind her, another woman is draped in a shawl. The background features a rocky landscape and cloudy sky, creating a dramatic and somewhat somber atmosphere. 

The detailed shading and a focus on the expressions and postures of the figures are fascinating. The overall composition suggests a scene of transition or trial, fitting the title's reference to the "Valley of Humiliation.

Artist - F.R. Pickersgill
Engraver - G. Greathbach

Also included is the tissue paper covering with a brief description of the scene.

This is an original,  not a reproduction. It came from a destroyed 1st edition book published in 1892 by Selmar Hess called Character Sketches of Romance Fiction and Drama. There is some damage, aging to the bound side of the print. All prints are either wood engravings, etchings, photogravure, or typogravure.

Approx Size - 11.5"x 9"

Great for framing, assemblage, collage art, scrapbooking, college or school reports, research, home decor

Antique Print, Tam O'Shanter and the Witches (AR-A502)

SKU: AR-A502
$18.00Price
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