1880s Large Albumen Photograph POMPEII MOSAIC Italy Archaeology CASA DEL FAUNO

Description

Original antique large-format albumen photo of mosaic located in the Casa del Fauno unearthed at the Pompeii archaeological site, circa 1886, the image measuring approx. 8-1/2" x 6-1/4" on the original card mount measuring 17" x 14", identified in the negative, the reverse bearing a printed label, "Mosaic Found in the House of the Faun, Pompeii." A bit of light soiling and slight edge wear to mount (the image completely unaffected; the faults easily matted or framed out), and subtle warping to board (easily flattened in mat and/or frame), otherwise near fine, attractive condition overall, the image free of any external blemishes, the exposure with rich, wide tonal range, the emulsion remaining smooth and free of crazing or degradation.
The mosaic depicts a small, Cupid-like winged figure holding a mortar or bowl while riding on the back of a lion, all contained within a border of stylized waves.
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