Description

Java.- Van Pers (Auguste) 23 plates from 'Nederlandsch Oost-Indische Typen', with numerous character studies and scenes from daily life, captioned in Dutch, French and Javanese, lithographs printed in colours, on thick wove papers, each sheet approx. 495 x 335 mm (19 1/2 x 13 1/4 in), or the reverse, scattered spotting to some, minor surface dirt and handling creases, mainly marginal, unframed, C.W. Mieling, [1853-1862]

⁂ Excellent collection of plates from Van Pers pioneering study, which 'attempted to portray various ethnic groups in Java for the first time' (Bastin & Brommer).

Description

Java.- Van Pers (Auguste) 23 plates from 'Nederlandsch Oost-Indische Typen', with numerous character studies and scenes from daily life, captioned in Dutch, French and Javanese, lithographs printed in colours, on thick wove papers, each sheet approx. 495 x 335 mm (19 1/2 x 13 1/4 in), or the reverse, scattered spotting to some, minor surface dirt and handling creases, mainly marginal, unframed, C.W. Mieling, [1853-1862]

⁂ Excellent collection of plates from Van Pers pioneering study, which 'attempted to portray various ethnic groups in Java for the first time' (Bastin & Brommer).

Terms and Conditions

All bidders accept full liability for bids submitted.

Please note that by submitting a bid you are agreeing to our Terms & Conditions.

Newsletter Signup

Keyword Alerts

NewsletterNewsletter