1877 Wood Engraving Kars Fortress Turkey Crimean War Russia Ottoman Empire XEA7

This is an original 1877 black and white wood engraving of Kars Citadel located in Kars, Turkey. The fortress atop the rocky hill serves as a prime defensive position and was the site of a Siege in 1855 CE during the Crimean War.

CONDITION

This 134+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects.Light surface rub - top center. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 6 inches; 20 x 15 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: Architecture, Landscape, Mountain, Canon, Artillery, Ramparts, Battlement, Bridge, Armenian, River, Citadel, Valley, Desert, Minarets

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