{"product_id":"gravure-ancienne-kwah-ville-du-pays-d-ouossas-vintage-deco-murale-retro","title":"Old engraving \"Kwah, city of Ouossas country\" vintage retro wall decor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique engraving depicts a panoramic view of a city, titled \"Kwah, ville du pays d’Ouossas — Dessin de Freeman\" (Kwah, city of the land of Ouossas — Drawn by Freeman). The black and white image shows a dense urban landscape, punctuated by numerous rectilinear buildings and groups of figures in the foreground, evoking a lively everyday scene. The sky occupies a large part of the composition, accentuating the depth and perspective of this historical scene. The engraving is mounted on a thick, light-colored passe-partout, which highlights and protects the artwork while facilitating its framing for wall decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic style and rendering of details, particularly in the treatment of trees, vegetation, and characters, demonstrate a traditional engraving technique, likely from the 19th or early 20th century, typical of illustrations from old travel books or periodicals. The precise legend, printed below the image, as well as the mention of the artist \"Freeman,\" add an authentic touch to this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible surface of the engraving shows a careful impression, without colorization, with marked contrasts between areas of shadow and light. The edges of the passe-partout are clean, although some discrete marks are visible on the cardboard, without affecting the image itself. No handwritten signature or other inscription is visible on the displayed side, apart from the printed legend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique print offers a rare visual testimony of an African city, as imagined or observed at the time, and is part of the tradition of exploration and ethnographic documentation engravings. Its sober presentation makes it particularly suitable for interior decoration in a retro, vintage, or cabinet of curiosities style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The engraving shows very good legibility and beautiful preservation on the visible side. The passe-partout shows slight signs of wear (small stains, slightly rubbed corners), without major defects. The image itself shows no chips, creases, or tears visible in the displayed area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e 19th-century travel engravings, often published in illustrated books or newspapers, were one of the only ways for the European public to discover distant landscapes and unfamiliar cultures. Artists like Freeman sometimes worked from sketches made on site or from traveler's accounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping are provided by a professional seller specializing in antique and decorative items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique engraving, vintage print, 19th century illustration, retro wall art, antique wall decor, Freeman drawing, old city view, Africa engraving, vintage decoration, wall art print, old engraving, historical illustration, retro wall art\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54315368153415,"sku":"4b5caaf7-e8fb-4366-b43f-4b5ef33906da-PA0.25","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_26d4e49e-b000-4b81-9ed7-7e6f0a6777eb.jpg?v=1783593927","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/gravure-ancienne-kwah-ville-du-pays-d-ouossas-vintage-deco-murale-retro","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}