1890 Steel Engraving Towers Fortress Europe Romolo Hissar Bosphorus XGT8

This is an original 1890 black and white steel engraving of the Towers of Europe, alternately known as the Fortress of Europe, in Arabic it is known as Romola-Hissar (Fort). This imposing structure stands on the shores of the Bosphorus Strait and was said to eternalize the fate and fall of Constantinople.

CONDITION

This 121+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Steel Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 7 x 5 inches; 18 x 13 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: Constantinople, Istanbul, Turkey, Bosphorus Strait, Bosporus, Koran, Quran, ramparts, parapets, Middle East, Egypt

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