1910 Photogravure Chapelle St Cesaire Alyscamps Roman Arch Necropolis XGCB8

This is an original 1910 sepia photogravure of "Chapelle de St. Césaire, Aliscamps." A Victorian-era woman poses under an arch of the Alyscamps in the early twentieth century. Originally a Roman necropolis with tombs lining the road leading up to the city of Arles, France, the Alyscamps has become perhaps the most famous necropolis in the world. As Romans had a social need to be recognized during and after their lives, the streets around Roman cities provided the opportune way to be displayed in the form of busts after their deaths, and to adhere to the strict laws about being buried outside of the city limits. Today, the Alyscamps is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

CONDITION

This 101+ 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 4.5 x 7 inches; 11 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)

Period Paper is pleased to offer a 1910 collection depicting picturesque sites along the Rhône Valley of France, featuring Roman ruins, Romanesque and Gothic cathedrals, and medieval towns nestled along the river. Printed on quality stock, the images capture and document the rich history of this area as it appeared at the turn-of-the-twentieth century, offering unique moments captured in time.

Keywords specific to this image: France, Touring, Tourism

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