1906 Lithograph Funtumia Elastica Silkrubber Plant Liberia Africa Matilda XGQB5 XGW8 Please note the light bleedthrough

Please note the light bleedthrough

Louise de la Valliere

The original impression of the printing block is visible on the print but not in the digital image

Keywords specific to this image: Port de Charmeil

1906 Lithograph Funtumia Elastica Silkrubber Plant Liberia Africa Matilda XGQB5 XGW8 Please note the light bleedthroughThis is an original 1906 monochrome in text lithograph of a Funtumia Elastica or Silkrubber plant, native to Liberia, Africa. This species produces a medicinal bark, that has been utilized to treat asthma, allergies, malaria and other respiratory problems. It also serves as an anti inflammatory, an antibiotic, an antifungal and an antioxidant. CONDITION This 105+ year old Item is rated Near Mint. Light aging throughout. Small wrinkle center. No