1884 Wood Engraving Letters Communist Prisoners Franco-Prussian War Army XEQA2

This is an original 1884 monochrome in-text wood engraving of French National Guardsmen collecting letters for communist prisoners confined in the Bastille in 1871.

CONDITION

This 127+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Light foxing and aging. 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 7.5 x 6.25 inches; 19 x 16 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, France, Paris, Bastille, Franco-German War, Commune, Women, Children, Families, Parisians, Citizens, Troops, Uniform, Rifle, Bayonet, City, Street, Gate, Entrance, Soldier, Infantry

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