1722 Copper Engraving Portrait Michael Adolph Graff Altheimb Adolf Graf EUM5

This is an original 1722 black and white copper engraving of "Michael Adolph Graff von Altheimb," also known as Adolf Graf von Itheim. The portrait is surrounded by a wonderful decorative motif featuring a bold geometric design along the borders and two oppositionally placed sphinxes framing an intriguing, stylized face. This piece is accompanied by the original German biographical text printed on five separate sheets featuring a decorative drop cap, vignette and head-and tail-pieces.CONDITIONThis 289+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Moderate crease - top right corner. 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: Very Fine +++ Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 13.5 inches; 20 x 34 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/