1879 Wood Engraving John Douglas Woodward Art Devin Castle Danube River YPE4

This is an original 1879 monochrome in-text wood engraving of Devín Castle located along the shores of the Danube River near Bratislava, Slovakia. The castle dates back to 864 CE and was destroyed by French troops during the Napoleonic Wars.

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 7 x 7.5 inches; 18 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)

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

Keywords specific to this image: Europe, Sailing, Ships, Boats, Sailors, Shore, Coast, Beach, Banks, Theben, Fortress, Ruins, Rock, Cliff, Outcrop, Hill, Heights, Medieval, Middle Ages, Walls, Tower, Rampart, Bratislava, Slavic, Building, Structure, Napoleonic Wars

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