DESCRIPTION:
They may tear down our statues, but not your wall.
You can SEE the true depth within a mezzotint, a real highlight.
For your history and ownership is an antique
1858 Superb Mezzotint engraving from
The Eclectic Magazine
Maybe the most glorious look of the His Majesty MAHAMMED SHAH of PERSIA.
From the master painting portrait by J.H. Twigg in 1836 portrait. Only other one of these in British Museum.
3/4 length portrait, seated, turned to left, holding a paper on lap. He wears an elaborate crown and plumes and diamonds, a gown studded with stones and pearl, pearl chains, a jewelled belt and arm bands. Tehran in background.
Image size is the following portraits are all octavo sized,
on hand laid cotton
ca. 9 1/2 x 6 1/2 inches
Image size 6 1/2" X 5"
Engraving by John Sartain.
Wow, American super sculptor
His Majesty
MAHAMMED SHAH of PERSIA
You may find this incredible portrait on the internet
OR you can own it right HERE !
A steel plate Mezzotint engraving.
No, you will not receive a piece of steel.
CONDITION: Please know, there is no foxing, which means if touched, your fingers will not fall off. If your elbow touches, your elbow will not fall off.
Pristine condition Please view ALL photos as they have a close up to provide a fine idea of quality. Please email with questions prior to bidding.
SHIPPING & HANDLING: Package will be very tight with three pieces of corrugated with heavy duty slip to notebook store until it goes to the framer. Well protected.
Will be USPS. Multiple winners in one shipping amount.