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Auction 199, Lot 688
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"Sketches of Life in Queensland", Illustrated London News

Subject: Queensland, Australia

Period: 1884 (published)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
9.3 x 12.4 inches
23.6 x 31.5 cm
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This sheet features 5 vignettes of life in Queensland, Australia. It was published in the January 19th, 1881 issue of The Illustrated London News. Per the captions, the vignettes show: 1. Fight with an "Old Man" Kangaroo; 2. A Stage-Coach in the Bush; 3. Gold-Mining at Charters Towers; 4. Wild-Duck Shooting at Hughenden; and 5. On the Burdekin River - Cattle and Alligator. Artwork and engraving credited to T. Robinson and H. Wade.

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Condition: A

There are a few tiny edge tears and minor toning along the sheet's edges.

Estimate: $50 - $70

Sold for: $32

Closed on 9/11/2024

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