1875 Wood Engraving Cairo Egypt Mosque Madrassa Sultan Hassan Mamluk Era XGCA1

This is an original 1875 black and white wood engraving of the skyline in 19th century Cairo, Egypt. Note the minarets rising out of the cityscape marking mosques and madrassas. Most visible is the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan from the Mamluk era.

CONDITION

This 136+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. No creases. No natural defects.No Surface Rub.No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is part of a blind emboss in the top left corner.

• Product Type: Original Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 7 x 4.75 inches; 18 x 12 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: Muslim, Islam, towers, dome, landscape

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