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Antique Montreal Lithograph, Skating on the St. Lawrence in Quebec City

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Start price: CAD $50

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Description

A framed antique print titled "Skating on the St. Lawrence in Quebec City" published in 1901 as a special supplement for the Quebec Daily Telegraph’s Carnival edition by the Sabiston Lithographic and Publishing Company.

Publisher: The Sabiston Lithographic and Publishing Company was a prominent Montreal-based firm active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They were known for high-quality commercial printing and publishing magazines like Th
Scene: The print depicts 19th-century festival-goers enjoying ice skating during the Quebec Winter Carnival festivities. 
Location: It showcases the frozen St. Lawrence River in Quebec City, with notable landmarks in the background including the snowy heights and fortifications of the city. 
Historical Context: This specific lithograph was originally published in a supplement of the Quebec Daily Telegraph. It captures a period when skating on the river was a popular social pastime, featuring figures in elegant period attire, including military personnel often seen at such events.
Dimensions: Framed, 16 inches H x 19 W. 
Condition: Some age related foxing, discolouration.

Condition report:

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