New Zealand decapitation 1863 hand color print lot x 2 ethnic views Boston Harbor Likely tucked into something 100

Likely tucked into something 100 years ago and is just re-surfacing recently in this quite clean condition

Binding well and heavily age worn from browsing and use

14 1/2" x 21 1/4"

Vue de Sidney

Paris by Les Libraires Associes

New Zealand decapitation 1863 hand color print lot x 2 ethnic views Boston Harbor Likely tucked into something 100Oceania New Zealand. Issued c. 1863, Paris. Fine lot of two mid 19th century engraved view prints, each with beautiful hand color. Remarkable visual examples, each worthy of framing for display, gift giving, etc. A very early date for images of this then remote location. Nice looking examples, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Sheet measures c. 5" x 8". Engraved area measures c. 3 1 2" x 5 1 2". B15896