1721 Copper Engraving Henry II Duke Lorraine France Royal Military Armor EUM3

This is an original 1721 black and white copper engraving of "Nainrich Hertzog von Lottringen." This is a portrait of Henry II, Duke of Lorraine from 1608 to 1624. He was the son of Charles III, Duke of Lorraine and Claude of Valois. The portrait is surrounded by a wonderful decorative motif featuring a military helmet flanked by ruffled flags at the top of the print and a filigreed botanical design at the bottom of the print. This piece is accompanied by the original German biographical text printed on a separate sheet and features a decorative drop cap and an exquisite vignette comprised of three figures seated in a landscape.CONDITIONThis 290+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Moderate foxing - top margin. No creases. Minor print defect - right margin. No surface rub.No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is a plate impression bordering the image in this print and there is light offsetting from the facing page on the accompanying text print. Product Type: Original