1884 Wood Engraving Siege Strasbourg France Bombardment Franco-Prussian XEQA2

This is an original 1884 monochrome in-text wood engraving of the Siege of Strasbourg, France that took place during the Franco-Prussian War. This scene portrays the burning of the Dominican church during the night bombardment on August 25, 1870.

CONDITION

This 127+ year old Item is rated Very Fine. Moderate aging in margins. No creases. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some moderate 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 6.25 inches; 23 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: Art, Europe, French, Town, City, Artillery, Giant Mortar, Weapon, Ballistic, 19th Century, Burn, Smoke, Inferno, Night, Assault, Attack, Military, Franco-German War, Battery, Troops, Soldiers, Army, Military, Infantry, Entrenchment, Sapping, Dig, Earthworks, Trench, Battle, Dominican Church, August von Werder, General Uhrich

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