1902 Wood Engraving Fishing Cormorants Net Raft Traditional Chinese Birds XGAG7 XGIA8 Emlyn Williams

Emlyn Williams

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Cork Tip Vintage Advertising

This is an original 1902 black and white print ad for the Malta-Vita Pure Food Company of Battle Creek

1902 Wood Engraving Fishing Cormorants Net Raft Traditional Chinese Birds XGAG7 XGIA8 Emlyn WilliamsThis is an original 1902 black and white in text wood engraving that depicts a Chinese fisherman using cormorants in a traditional way to catch fish. Unfortunately, modern fishing methods have caused the steady decline of this traditional way of life. CONDITION This 109+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso.