Antique 1872 Henry Morton Stanley Engraving C.S. Reinhart Livingstone Expedition

Antique 1872 Henry Morton Stanley Engraving C.S. Reinhart Livingstone Expedition

Original antique 19th-century newspaper engraving depicting famed explorer and journalist Henry Morton Stanley, chief of the New York Herald expedition to locate Dr. David Livingstone in Africa. Signed in print by noted illustrator C. S. Reinhart, the portrait features Stanley wearing a patterned turban and neck scarf. Captioned "Stanley, Chief of the 'Herald' Expedition of Search." A matching illustration is documented in the New York Public Library's historical collections. A fascinating piece of Victorian exploration, journalism, and African expedition history.

Condition
Antique condition with significant age-related wear, including yellowing, discoloration, creases, tears, irregular edges, and paper loss along the margins and corners. Portrait remains largely intact with strong engraved detail. Original period text printed on reverse. Sold as found. Please review photos carefully.

Size
Approximately 6 x 5 inches

Materials
Antique printed paper, black ink

Colors
Sepia, tan, brown, black

Estimated Age
Circa 1872, Victorian era, 19th century

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