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1869 Naval Warfare In Paraguay - Original Antique Print - Victorian Travel Illustration Cassell Petter Galpin - 11.75 x 8.75 in
Antique engraving depicting the destruction of a Brazilian gunboat by Paraguayan torpedo. From Illustrated Travels: A Record of Discovery, Geography, and Adventure, edited by H. W. Bates of the Royal Geographical Society and published by Cassell, Petter & Galpin between 1869-1875. Page measures 11.75 × 8.75 in.
Executed in black ink on cream paper with characteristic Victorian cross-hatching technique.
Great for travel history enthusiasts and Victorian illustration specialists.
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**About Your Purchase**
- Genuine, ORIGINAL antique print (never an on-demand reprint, reproduction, or copy).
- Sold. No frame.
- Copyright remains with Seller. No reproduction allowed.
**Condition** The beautifully detailed image is good and sharp, engraved from the original drawing. Condition consistent with age. The reverse contains text. Minimal show through.
**U.S. Customers – No Tariffs or Fees**
- Classified as “informational materials,” exempt from tariffs and duty-free.
- Sent via Royal Mail Duty Pre-Paid—customs fees covered.
- Final price = checkout price. No extra charges at delivery.
- Delivery in 5–12 days. Valid email and U.S. phone number required at checkout for postage.
**Returns & Shipping**
- **Returns:** 14 days, same condition; buyer pays return postage.
- **Packaging:** Clear bag in board-backed envelope, reinforced with recycled cardboard.
- **Dispatch:** Royal Mail Tracked 24/48 (UK) & Tracked International.
- UK: 1–3 days
- US/EU: 5–12 days
- Rest of world: 7–21 days
Product Details
About This Print
This original military and naval print dates from the 19th Century (1800s). Antique prints like this one offer a window into historical illustration techniques and the knowledge of their time.
Each print from Forest Hill Arts House is carefully inspected for condition and authenticity. We provide detailed provenance information and ship with protective packaging to ensure your print arrives in excellent condition.
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