1721 Copper Engraving Portrait Archduke Karl Bishop Habsburg Empire Art EUM1

This is an original 1721 black and white copper engraving of "Ertz Hertzog Carl zu Österreich, Bischoph zur Neiss." This is a portrait of Karl of Austria, Bishop of Neiss and Breslau. The portrait is framed by a wonderful decorative motif featuring a shell and botanical design at the top of the image with columns flanking the portrait. CONDITIONThis 290+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light foxing and aging. No creases. No natural defects.No surface rub.No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is a plate impression bordering the image in this print. Product Type: Original Copper Engraving; Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+ Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 13.5 inches; 20 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 is pleased to offer an extremely rare and impressi