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1872 Wood Engraving Medieval Cannon Mortar Siege Engineers Military Knight XEQA3

1872 Wood Engraving Medieval Cannon Mortar Siege Engineers Military Knight XEQA3

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This is an original 1872 black and white in-text wood engraving of early Medieval cannon and mortar siege equipment. Many historians believe the first mortars were used during the Siege of Istanbul (or is it Constantinople?) in 1453.

CONDITION

This 139+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

  • Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
  • Grade: Very Fine ++
  • Dimensions: Approximately 3.75 x 2.75 inches; 10 x 7 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)

Keywords specific to this image: Middle Ages, Equipment, Soldiers, Infantry, Artillery, Battle, Projectile Weapons, Ballistics, Warfare, Europe

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