Antique Alma-Tadema A Reading from Homer Framed Print Victorian Classical Greek
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Antique Alma-Tadema A Reading from Homer Framed Print Victorian Classical Greek

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Source
eBay.com
Category
Victorian
Type
Victorian Small

About this product

This is a pre-owned antique framed print, a licensed reprint of Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema's "A Reading from Homer," produced between 1850-1899. It features a Victorian Classical Greek Realism style, presented in a small, landscape-oriented format. The print is framed with an original period green marbled mat and gilt wood surround, and includes glass. It is described as displaying well from the front despite its age, with some light age toning and minor wear to the frame's gold finish.

Our take

As an antique licensed reprint from the Victorian period, this piece offers a glimpse into classical art history. The original period frame, with its green marbled mat and gilt wood, definitely adds to its charm, making it a good display item for collectors of specific historical art. The seller notes indicate it’s well-preserved from the front, which is important for a used item over 100 years old. However, the heavily deteriorated backing cardboard is a functional concern, requiring attention if you want to ensure its long-term integrity beyond just display. Also, it’s a small piece, so be sure to check the dimensions to ensure it fits your intended space.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Pre-owned antique licensed print
  • Original period frame included
  • Victorian (1830-1900) era
  • Glass is intact

Cons

  • Heavily deteriorated backing cardboard
  • Light age toning on print
  • Minor wear to gold finish on frame
  • No Certificate of Authenticity

Specifications

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  • Condition Used An item that has been used previously. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions opens in a new window or tab
  • Seller Notes “Pre-owned antique, displays well from the front. Print has light age toning consistent with 100+ ... Read more about the seller notes “Pre-owned antique, displays well from the front. Print has light age toning consistent with 100+ year age. Glass is intact. Original period frame with green marbled mat and gilt wood surround is intact with minor wear to gold finish at corners. Backing cardboard is heavily deteriorated and torn — purely cosmetic/structural to the backing only, does not affect display. Wire hanger intact and functional.” Read Less about the seller notes
  • Unit of Sale Single Piece
  • Artist Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema
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Signed By
N/A
Size
Small
Item Length
N/A
Region of Origin
USA
Framing
Framed
Personalize
No
Item Height
N/A
Style
Realism
Features
Framed
Culture
N/A
Item Width
N/A
Handmade
No
Time Period Produced
1850-1899
Image Orientation
Landscape
Signed
No
Period
Victorian (1830-1900)
Title
A Reading From Homer
Material
Paper
Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
No
Original/Licensed Reprint
Licensed Reprint
Subject
N/A
California Prop 65 Warning
N/A
Type
Print
COA Issued By
N/A
Theme
N/A
Production Technique
Lithography
Country of Origin
United States
UPC
N/A

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