Lyrical Antique Graphite Drawing of Two Geometric Volumes wooden blocks pattern play betel chewing was central to

betel chewing was central to social interaction

I was struck by the terrific delicacy of this original engraving from 1814

I know there are plenty of combs and hetchels etc out there

Very good for swatting still or just hanging on the wall

Lyrical Antique Graphite Drawing of Two Geometric Volumes wooden blocks pattern play betel chewing was central toI find this graphite drawing quite beautiful, especially for the subtle wavering of the lines, appearing to have been drawn freehand rather than with a ruler. Which makes it feel quite expressive, and lyrical, and alive. Lovely. 11 1 4" x 8 3 4" and in very good condition, c. 1900 or so, I believe. A little loss irregularity to the upper right edge of paper.