Vintage "JERASH" Léon de Laborde Lithograph Print Portfolio 1998 (Set of 10)

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### Item OverviewA complete vintage souvenir art portfolio containing a beautiful collection of 10 high-quality lithograph reproduction prints showcasing the spectacular Greco-Roman ruins of Jerash, Jordan.The plates feature the highly detailed, historic 19th-century watercolors and illustrations of the famous French traveler, archaeologist, and artist Léon de Laborde, originally executed during his historic Middle Eastern expeditions in 1837.### Historical Context & Production DetailsThis portfolio is a certified piece of late-19th-century-inspired travel memorabilia, officially cataloged and printed in Jordan during the late 1990s tourism boom (The bottom of the folder reverse features the official Jordanian National Library deposit number registry establishing its publication date to 1998.)Biographical Features: The reverse side displays a fascinating historic portrait illustration titled "Léon de LABORDE as a Bedouin" along with a parallel biography printed in both English and French detailing his career as an explorer, diplomat, senator, and Director General of the Archives at the Louvre.Charming Regional Typography: True to its authentic local print run, the folder retains the classic translation and layout quirks from the front cover (e.g., spelling variations like "The Triunphal Arch" and "The Temple of Zeuse").From the Collection of an affluent traveler who spent time in the 20th ce. traveling the world, including the region on interest for this lot. ### Complete 10-Plate Index (Printed on Reverse)This set features a complete collection of 6 specific views, the last four re-featured in water colour:The NymphaeumThe Gate of Artemis TempleThe South TheatreThe Temple of ArtemisThe Triunphal ArchThe Temple of ZeuseThe Temple of Artemis (Water Colour)The Triumphal Arch (Water Colour)The Nymphaeum (Water Colour)The Gate of Artemis Temple (Water Colour)### SpecificationsArtist: Léon de Laborde (French, 1807–1869)Subject Matter: Ancient Roman City of Jerash (Gerasa), JordanQuantity: Complete set of 10 individual platesDimensions: Approximately 34cm x 24cm (approx. 13.5" x 9.5"), with ~16–19mm marginsFormat: Multi-print folio set in a custom-printed, bilingually annotated display folder.Paper Quality: Heavyweight, textured vintage stock with exceptional color depth and fine detailingCondition: Expected conditioning related to age; individual plates may have some discoloration, yellowing, fading, smudging, warping, creases, edge wear, non-uniform edges, or other blemishes; see images for details. Set sold as-is### Framing & Wall Decor PotentialWith their crisp cream margins and clean architectural linework, these plates are highly desirable assets for interior decorators. Splitting the portfolio allows for a striking, uniform 10-piece gallery wall layout. They look exceptional when framed in dark wood or metallic frames to accent traditional libraries, Mediterranean-style spaces, offices, or study rooms.--Please pay within 48 hours of auctions end. All items from a smoke-free environment. Please Check out my other items!

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