792 - Unknown (19th century), Landmann from Glarus, Etching

Unknown (19th century), Landmann from Glarus, Etching Unknown (19th century): Countryman from the Canton of Glarus, 19th century, Etching Technique: Hand-colored etching on paper Inscription: Inscribed at the bottom of the printing plate: "Landman aus dem Canton Glaris". Date: 19th century Description: Full-length depiction of a man in traditional costume, with his horse beside him. Keywords: Traditional costume, Canton of Glaris, farmer, rural population, 19th century, Biedermeier, Costumes, Switzerland, Glarus (Glarus), Size: Paper: 12.7 cm x 8.5 cm (5 x 3.3 in) Condition: Good condition. The edges of the sheet have been slightly trimmed. There is a tiny hole in the horse’s eye and slight rubbing on the surface of the paper. Sporadic pale foxing is visible.