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HENRIQUE ALVIM CORRÊA (Brazilian, 1876-1910)
Wrecked Martian Handler, from The War of the Worlds, Belgium edition, 1906
Ink and charcoal on paper laid on cardstock
12.125 x 9.125 in. (sheet)
Not signed

The War of the Worlds Archive

This illustration is featured in Book II: The Earth Under the Martians, Chapter VIII: "Dead London," 1906.

PROVENANCE:
By descent through the family of the artist, Brazil;
Acquired by the present owner from the above, 1990.


More information about Correa, Henrique Alvim Artist.

Condition Report*: Paper discoloration throughout with a light foxing; tiny pinhole at upper left corner; a restored linear abrasion at the center left edge, measuring approx. 3-1/2 inches; otherwise, artwork remains in fair condition. Cardstock measures 19-3/4 x 13-1/2 inches, matted dimensions 21-1/2 x 17-6/8 inches. Not framed.
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Auction Dates
May, 2015
14th Thursday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
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Sold on May 14, 2015 for: $6,875.00
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