1926 Photogravure Miniato Monte Minias Basilica Church Florence Italy XGCB6

$77.95 USD

This is an original 1926 sepia photogravure of San Miniato al Monte (St. Minias on the Mountain) which is a basilica in Florence, Italy. This church is a fine example of Romanesque architecture in Tuscany and is one of the most beautiful churches in Italy. St. Miniato is thought to have been martyred in Florence by Emperor Decius. After he was beheaded, he allegedly picked up his head and walked up the hill to where his basilica now stands.

CONDITION

This 85+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. Minor print defect - top left corner. No surface rub.No tears. No water damage.

Product Type: Original Photogravure; Sepia
Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 4.5 inches; 15 x 11 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 is pleased to present a collection depicting the valley of the Arno River in central Italy (Italia). These beautiful photogravures portray the sights and cityscapes of Tuscany (Toscana) and offer insight to the scenes and culture living along the riverbank. Within this collection can be seen views of La Verna, Figline Valdarno, Empoli, Fucecchio, and more, as well as Benedictine abbeys and cathedrals. To view more images from the collection, please click on the link offered at the bottom of the product description paragraph.

Keywords specific to this image: Italia, Romanesque, Tuscany

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