1884 Wood Engraving Franco-Prussian War Battle Sedan Calvaire D'Illy Woods XEQA2

This is an original 1884 monochrome in-text wood engraving of the Battle of Sedan on September 1, 1870 that took place between French and Prussian forces in the woods of Calvaire d'Illy during the Franco-Prussian War.

CONDITION

This 127+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light fading throughout piece. 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 6 x 8 inches; 15 x 20 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: Europe, French, Ardennes, Forest, Franco-German War, Military, Troops, Skirmish, Combat, Art, Infantry, Musket, Gun, Rifle, Bayonet, Casualty, Death, Army of Chalons, Prussia, Bavaria, France, Wilhelm I, Helmuth von Moltke, Napoleon III, Patrice de MacMahon, Regiment, Battalion, Assault

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