1888 Chromolithograph Funeral 16th Century Procession Tradition Emperor LCH3

This is a rare original 1888 color chromolithograph depicting part of a funeral procession for a Catholic prince from House Lorraine, as well as the funeral march for Holy Roman Emperor Charles V after his death from malaria.

Key Elements

1. Bishop and Count of Verdun, Erich de Lorraine, in full mourning - 2. Jean-Girard de Manderscheid and Blankenheim, Lord of Kehl and assistant to the bishop of Verdun - 3. King Philip II mourning the loss of his father - 4. Emmanuel-Philibert, Duke of Savoy - 5. Heralds - 6. Great standard - 7. Small standard of the province or town - 8. Imperial crown - 9. Orb with a cross - 10. Musicians - 11,12,13. Arms bearers - 14. Sword bearer - 15. Tabard or mail of the deceased, with the coat of arms - 16. Macebearers .

CONDITION

This 123+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Chromolithograph; Color
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 13.5 inches; 25 x 34 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)

Period Paper has obtained an extraordinary, ultra-rare collection of original color and chromolithographs, which capture a myriad of ancient cultures and costumes from around the world. Virtually unseen individually, and from perhaps the most coveted portfolio of costumes from the 19th century, these historically important elephant folio-sized chromolithographs depict scenes and images venturing from ancient Egypt to classical Rome and Greece. Each illustration was adapted from actual artifacts and archaeological sites to define accurate representations of life during each time period; from the dainty Orient to the tribes of Oceania, there are beautiful illustrations for all, each more unique than the next.

Please note that the full original supporting documents for this original piece, shown in the additional pictures attached to the listing, are included and will be shipped with this original.

The originals offered are from the first edition of RacinetÕs masterwork on costumes of the world. Many have been heightened in gold and silver. The full color chromolithographs are some of the most spectacular we have procured. The duotone chromolithographs are stunning and impeccably preserved. Each piece from the collection is in museum-quality condition.

Keywords specific to this image: historical, death, custom, coat of arms

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