1910 GREECE Olympia Aphrodite Ἀφροδίτη VENUS Kypris

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* 1910 GREECE - Olympia. Aphrodite, small head * Publishing Year: 1922 Printing method: Original Photogravure Tone: Sepia Condition: Excellent Approx. Size (inches): 9 x 6½ / With margin 10 x 8 Mat/Passepartout: 12 x 16 inches Approx. Size (cm): 23 x 16cm / With margin 28 x 21.5cm Mat/Passepartout: 30 x 40cm Offered is an original antique photogravure showing: Olympia. Aphrodite, small head . This 88 year old photogravure so skilfully rendered and exacting in detail was produced in 1922, from a masterful photograph taken about 1910 by the greek architect & photographer Aristoteles Zachos (1871-1939), Athens. The photogravure comes professionally matted (12 x 16 inches / 30 x 40 cm) including a strong backing board as shown in the example images below, so that it will fit in a standard size frame of 12 x 16 inches (no expensive custom-built frame required). Furthermore the photogravure is accompanied by an Authenticity Certificate confirming its standard of expertise and strict quality. The Certificate of Authenticity is affixed to the backing board to verify you own an original antique photogravure. When framed the awe-inspiring art work guarantees to be an eye-catcher not only to the dedicated collector but also to anyone in love with history, art or photography. It definitely is a unique commemoration of one`s past. You will be astonished by the true beauty and precision of the offered photogravure which by far exceeds the scan of it displayed above. Utterly convinced of this excellent historic item, we provide a 100% money back guarantee . Any unsatisfactory purchase can be returned and you will be fully refunded! About the mat (passe-partout): We solely use museum quality mats (passe-partouts) and backing boards, which certainly are acid free. The latter is very important to protect the photogravure from brown marks, mat burn and other fatal impairments cheap mats can cause. The photogravure is positioned meticulously to the archival mat with removable glue, especially produced for the matter. The color of the mat is a delicate Antique White tone, which harmonically suits the photogravure. The art work you receive is absolutely ready for framing fitting a standard size frame (12 x 16 inch.) and makes for a noble gift. It is packaged expertly with waterresistant material, bubble wrap and a robust backboard to secure safe arrival at your place. Technique of Photogravure: Photogravures are printed by hand and result in an unbelievable precision and richness. A photogravure looks like a photograph, but was a photograph consists of a myriad of separate dots, the photogravure is a series of connected lines. Photogravure images have been described as having the subtlety of a photograph and the art quality of a lithograph. Condition: This original antique item is in EXCELLENT CONDITION . Please note that the reverse side contains an image as well. The margin surrounding the photogravure is larger than displayed (for the exact measures please check "Size" above) and accompanied by a photo caption,which is not visible when matted. Payment Methods: Securely through Payment should take place within 10 days Shipping WORLDWIDE SHIPPING: Via Airmail with Expedited Delivery (It takes 4 to 12 business days to arrive) = US $4.95 (insurance included)COMBINED SHIPPING: No additional charges for items shipped together .DISPATCH: Within 1 business day once payments are received. To assure your purchase arrives in perfect condition, ALL items are expertly packaged using waterresistant material and bubble wrap. MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: No risk. Should you not be completely satisfied with your purchase you can return it and will be refunded the total sum including the shipping expenses!Customer Support: Should ... read more

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