1947 Photogravure Christ Church Alexandria Virginia Episcopal James Wren XGXB2

This is an original 1947 black and white photogravure of Christ Church (1773) in Alexandria, Virginia. An Episcopal church built from 1767 to 1773, Christ Church in Alexandria was designed by James Wren and built by John Carlyle. The structure is a brick, two-story colonial style church detailed with stone quoins and window surrounds, a hip roof, and a prominent tower that was added between 1785 and 1815. The Church was frequented by George Washington and Robert E. Lee and was visited by Franklin Roosevelt and Winston Churchill on January 1, 1942 in commemoration of the World Day of Prayer for Peace. In 1970, the structure was declared a National Historic Landmark.

CONDITION

This 64+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Photogravure; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 5.5 x 8 inches; 14 x 20 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: Colonial America, Colonial Architecture

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