Western Snake heads closeups 1859 USRR Survey antique Snake print Plate XXXI

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Untitled snake/ reptile image (Plate XXXI) Issued 1859, Washington for the US Pacific Railroad Survey report, 32nd ParallelDrawn by J. H. RichardOriginal mid-19th century lithograph print.This lovely image is among the very first ever issued of this specific type of Western snake species in America.In VG condition, minor edge wear, small original stitch holes in side blank margin, light foxing as seen in the photo, overall clean and worthy of framing for display.Sheet measures c. 11 1/4 " H x 8 3/4 " W.Engraved area measures c. 9 " H x 7 " W [10117] Guaranteed Authentic! We do not sell modern reproductions. Condition All of our items are original antique pieces and it is important to keep in mind that many of them have been around for 100 years or more. Individual pieces may have seen many owners and been handled many times over the course of their existence and as a result each piece has developed a history of it's own. Short edge splits (often repaired with archival tape), foxing, discoloration, etc. are all things to expect on items of this type. They rarely distract from the piece and often add to the overall character of the item. Keep in mind when you receive your item that you are not handling a modern copy, you are holding a piece of history, an item that has been around for a very long time and will, with proper care, read more