1879 Wood Engraving J Douglas Woodward Art Ruins Mermer Kale Castle Sea YPE4

This is an original 1879 monochrome in-text wood engraving of the ruins of Mermer Kalé that is located along the coast of the Sea of Marmara in Turkey.

CONDITION

This 132+ 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; Monochrome
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 11 x 8.5 inches; 28 x 22 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)

This piece was illustrated by Woodward, John Douglas. Artist initials in print - bottom left of image.

Keywords specific to this image: Fortress, Ship, Sailing, Coast, Seagulls, Tower, Masonry, Rampart, Wall, Turkey, Europe, Shore, Waves, Tide, Oar, Dhow, Turkish, Marmora

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