1884 Wood Engraving Franco-Prussian War Rifled Mortar Artillery Battery St XEQA2

This is an original 1884 monochrome in-text wood engraving of a Prussian artillery crew loading a mortar cannon at Ft. Double Couronne near St. Denis, France during the Franco-Prussian War.

CONDITION

This 127+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Moderate 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 9.25 x 6.5 inches; 23 x 17 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: France, Art, Europe, Fort Double Couronne, Bombardment, Ballistic, Soldiers, Military, Engineer, Officer, Entrenchment, Earthwork, Weapon, Armament, Combat, Battle, Skirmish, Assault, Attack, Shoot, Loading, Sword, Saber, German. French, No. 26

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