1884 Wood Engraving Giant Cannon Fort La Briche St Denis Franco-Prussian XEQA2

This is an original 1884 monochrome in-text wood engraving of one of the giant cannons captured by the Germans from the French after taking Fort La Briche in St. Denis, France during the Franco-Prussian War.

CONDITION

This 127+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light fading throughout piece. No creases. No natural defects. 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 9.5 x 6 inches; 24 x 15 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, Franco-German War, Artillery, Ballistics, Armaments, Gun, German, Troops, Military, Soldiers, Infantry, Uniform, Commander, Battlements, Fortifications, Battery, Weapon, 19th Century

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