1903 Photogravure Marguerite Valois Queen Navarre Corneille Lyon Portrait XEH9

This is an original 1903 sepia photogravure of a portrait by Corneille de Lyons which depicts Marguerite de Valois. Not only was she the consort of King Henry II of Navarre, she was also sister to King François I of France. She was a noted author and humanist, once described by Samuel Putnam as the "First Modern Woman."

CONDITION

This 108+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Photogravure; Sepia
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 7 inches; 13 x 18 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)

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