A print of the first version of the main layer of the portrait of Józef Poniatowski, the central portion of which appears on the 5 zlotych banknotes from 1919 and 1924.
It is distinguished by its non-line-drawn, solid details, including the fur trim of the coat, the prince’s hair, and his mustache.
Created by Eugene Gasperini“Gaspe,” an engraver working in France (signed below the portrait), who is also known for his woodcuts on the 1931 20 zlotych note.
Brown color scheme.
One of the unique trial prints documenting the various stages in the creation of the first 5-złoty banknote of the Second Polish Republic.
Dimensions: 110 x 140 mm (including the print: 75 x 92 mm).
