1934 Print Semur Auxois France Medieval Armancon Bridge Castle Tower Lander XGT7

This is an original 1934 halftone print of Semur-en-Auxois, France. This scene shows the ArmanÇon River with the Tour de l'Orle de'Or towering above the homes of the village in the background.

CONDITION

This 77+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 5.25 x 7.75 inches; 13 x 20 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 has obtained this exclusive collection of rare halftone prints from a journey taken by Philip Gibbs, who traveled through Switzerland, France, Hungary, Austria, Italy and the Saar during the spring and summer months of 1934. The illustrations were crafted by E. Lander, who portrayed scenes in Moret, Vezelay, Paris, Sens, Stuttgart, Avallon and others. Additional illustrations included that of a labor camp in Munich, cityscapes, churches and cathedrals, as well as scenes of the rise of the malicious German military prior to the onset of World War II.

This piece was illustrated by Lander, E. . Artist signature in print - bottom left of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Cote d'Or, Pont, Fortification

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