This is an original 1883 black and white wood engraving of the Metropolitan Cathedral in Mexico City by moonlight. The cathedral is the largest in the Americas and the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Mexico. It was built, in sections, around the old Templo Mayor after the Spanish Conquest.
CONDITION
This 128+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects.Light surface rub - top. No tears. No water damage.
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Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White
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Grade: Very Fine ++
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Dimensions: Approximately 7 x 5.25 inches; 18 x 13 cm
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Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
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Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
This piece was illustrated by Brocklehurst, Thomas Unett. There is no visible artist signature.
Keywords specific to this image: historic, church, assumption of mary
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