Foot-Ball "Collared
$39.95 USD • Used
Original hand-etched wood engraving. Full page illustration in Harper's Weekly, December 1, 1883. Condition Good. Light toning but image and paper intact. Image is clear. Size is 10 3/4" x 15 3/4"...
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Original hand-etched wood engraving. Full page illustration in Harper's Weekly, December 1, 1883. Condition Good. Light toning but image and paper intact. Image is clear. Size is 10 3/4" x 15 3/4". . . . . . . The illustration titled "Foot-Ball 'Collared'" appeared in the December 1, 1883, edition of Harper's Weekly. It depicts a dynamic scene from an early American football game, capturing the physical intensity of the sport. The wood engraved artwork reflects the growing popularity of football in the late 19th century and showcases the rough, collision-heavy nature of the game at that time. Harper's Weekly was known for its detailed illustrations, and this piece was part of its coverage of contemporary sports and culture. Specific details about the artist or accompanying article are not widely documented, but it aligns with the magazine's tradition of vivid, action-oriented imagery.
Product Info
Publisher: Harpers Weekly
Year: December 1, 1883
Type: Used
Binding: Softcover
Seller Info
AntiqueMallBooksLLC
Address: 402 Coleraine SE Smyrna, Georgia
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Country: United States
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