Lot 20226 – 1871 Essay of Penasson, die proof in black without inscriptions
Lot 20226 – 1871 Essay of Penasson, die proof in black without inscriptions
Lot 20226 – 1871 Essay of Penasson, die proof in black without inscriptions
Egypt » 1867-69 Penasson » Essays
Price realised
Unsold
Estimate
1’500 – 2’000 CHF
Auction date
Mon 18 Nov 2024 at 13:00 (Europe/Zurich)
Description
1871 Essay of Penasson, die proof in black without inscriptions, recess printed, showing guide marks in the corners, fine, the only known example, a showpiece.
Note: It was pulled from the original steel die, prior to its usage to create the lithographic stone.
Catalogue ref: E51b
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