1877 Lithograph French King Henry IV Gabrielle D'Estrees Rosny Sully XEF8

$82.95 USD

This is an original 1877 monochrome lithograph of the King of France, Henry IV, confronting the Duchess de Beaufort, Gabrielle about some fishy financial documents that she herself signed. Despite the scandal, the Duchess turns on the tears and is married to the King in a mere week.

CONDITION

This 134+ 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 Lithograph; Monochrome
Grade: Very Fine +++
Dimensions: Approximately 6.5 x 5 inches; 17 x 13 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)

Immerse yourself in the royal scandal and courtly intrigue as Period Paper has appointed a stately collection of images to reveal the intricacies of the French Royal Court. From Medieval to Renaissance, these French Kings and Queens live opposite to both the commoner and common sense. The conspiracies, extramarital affairs, and deaths depicted in the images make this visual chronicle of the French Royal family seem more like an episode of Desperate Housewives than actual history. Don't be a King's fool though, this collection is too rich to pass up, and it would indeed be a royal mistake to miss out on the amazing stories behind each image in the collection. Appoint thyself to continue perusing the portfolio of images, and let thy majesty's hand command the royal mouse to click on the link provided below the condition paragraph to continue. Jouir! (Enjoy!)

This piece was illustrated by Fredericks, Alfred. Artist initials in print - bottom left of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Royal, Monarch, Advisor, Costume, Fashion, Document, Finances, Duchess de Beaufort, Renaissance, Medieval, Duke de Sully

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