1879 Wood Engraving Art Ruins Chateau D'Hougomont Waterloo Belgium YPE4

This is an original 1879 monochrome in-text wood engraving of the Chateau d'Hougomont farmhouse that was partially destroyed at the Battle of Waterloo, Belgium during the Napoleonic Wars in 1815.

CONDITION

This 132+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Monochrome
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 7 x 7.5 inches; 18 x 19 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: Nivelles Road, Napoleonic Wars, Debris, Destruction, Road, Town, Hill, Chickens, Livestock, Poultry, Farmer, Wagon, Sandstone, Red Brick, Landmark, Building, Architecture, Decay, Battle

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