Oceania Tonga Pacific island 1863 hand color print lot x 2 charming ethnic views Maryland Central Park Zoo

Central Park Zoo

Illustrated throughout with numerous (original) hand colored wood cut illustrations

Illustrated with dozens of wood engravings with (amateur) early hand color

New York by Gantz

Oceania Tonga Pacific island 1863 hand color print lot x 2 charming ethnic views Maryland Central Park ZooOceania Papua. Issued c. 1863, Paris. Fine lot of two mid 19th century engraved view prints, each with beautiful hand color. Excellent visual examples, worthy of framing for display, gift giving, etc. A very early date for images of this then remote location. Nice looking examples, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Sheet measures c. 5" x 8". Engraved area measures c. 3 1 2" x 5 1 2". B15897