1844 Indian Suttee Ritual Engraving by Captain Grindlay

Description

1846 antique steel engraving from a drawing by Captain Robert Melville Grindlay (1786-1877) of an Indian suttee (or sati) in which an Indian widow throws herself on her husband's funeral pyre.

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Several creases - see photos.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Printmaking Materials

Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Figure
Frame Type: Unframed

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Several creases - see photos.

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Dimensions

6.4 x 9 x 0.1 in

1844 Indian Suttee Ritual Engraving by Captain Grindlay

Lot 0383

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