1877 Wood Engraving Architecture City Hall Valenciennes France Revolution XEA7

This is an original 1877 black and white wood engraving of the City Hall of Valenciennes, France. Aside from its use as a central administrative center, the City Hall was besieged by the First Coalition against Revolutionary France in 1793. It was later retaken by the revolutionaries in August of 1794. On a side note, some citizens of the town tortured, raped, and guillotined (in that order?), five Ursine nuns during the Reign of Terror. Scary stuff indeed.

CONDITION

This 134+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. Minor print defect - top right corner. No surface rub.No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 7.5 inches; 15 x 19 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: French, First Coalition, Siege of Valenciennes, Reign of Terror, Town, Cityscape, Facade, Building

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