1910 Photogravure Tour Philippe Le Bel Tower Fortification Avignon Rhone XGCB8

This is an original 1910 sepia photogravure of "Philippe le Bel's Tower. Villeneuve les Avignon." See in the left of this image is Tour Philippe Le Bel, a fortification ordered built by French King Philippe le Bel in 1293. Anchored into a rock outcropping overlooking the Rhône River, it was constructed to protect the bridge to Saint Benezet and keep a watchful eye on the expanding power of Avignon.

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. Light water stain - top margin.

• Product Type: Original Photogravure; Sepia
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 4.5 inches; 15 x 11 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, Watchtower

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