1884 Wood Engraving Mitrailleuse French Machine Gun Franco-Prussian War XEQA2

This is an original 1884 monochrome in-text wood engraving of the Milltrailleuse artillery field gun used by the French military during the Franco-Prussian war in 1870-71. The weapon was capable of firing 100 rounds per minute of .51 caliber (13mm) cartridges.

Please note the size of this image.

CONDITION

This 127+ 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. Small tear - left margin. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Monochrome
• Grade: Very Fine +
• Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 4.25 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)

Keywords specific to this image: Europe, France, Franco-German War, Military, Artillery, Firearm, Grapeshot Shooter, Field Gun, J.B. Verchere de Reffye, Army, Equipment, Cannon, 13mm, .51 Caliber, Cartridges, Ballistic, Battery

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