1722 Copper Engraving Portrait Franz Graf Von Thurn Holy Roman Empire EUM4

This is an original 1722 black and white copper engraving of "Frantz Graff von Thurn." The portrait is surrounded by a wonderful decorative motif featuring a stylized lion at the bottom of the print as well as a laurel-leaf crown at the top of the print. This piece is accompanied by the original German biographical text printed on multiple separate sheets featuring a decorative drop cap, vignette and head-and tail-pieces. CONDITIONThis 289+ 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 and there is light offsetting from the facing page on the accompanying text 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 cust