Fine Books & Manuscripts
Sat, Jan 27, 2018 11:00AM EST - Sun, Jan 28, 2018 11:00AM EST
Lot 468
La Venus Hottentot Hand Tinted Engraving.
Estimate: $400 - $500
Bid Increments
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| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
La Venus Hottentot Hand Tinted Engraving. Paris: Martinet Libraire, ca. 1810. Engraving depicting the “Hottentot Venus” Sara Baartman (1780s – 1815), a Khoi woman from present day South Africa. Due to the large size of her buttocks, she was exhibited as a freak in England and Europe. 9 x 11” with matting to 12 x 18”. Light soiling. Good.
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