BARTHOLDI (Auguste) - Lot 66

BARTHOLDI (Auguste) Liberty Enlightening the World. Paris, [late 19th century]. Large photographic plate dedicated to Auguste Bartholdi and his famous design for *Liberty Enlightening the World*, depicting the full-length statue against a dark background. At the top: “BARTHOLDI.” Below the image: “Photograph by Pierre Petit” and “Phot. Goupil et Cie”; printed title: Liberty Enlightening the World. An interesting early depiction of the Statue of Liberty based on Bartholdi’s model, predating or contemporary with the first widespread photographic depictions of the monument. A few small tears and marginal creases, slight discoloration; a fine print overall.

Estimation:€100

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