1722 Copper Engraving Portrait Stanislaus Turso Palatinus Hungaria Habsburg EUM5

This is an original 1722 black and white copper engraving of "Stanïslaus Turso Palatinus, Hungaria," a Palatine in the Kingdom of Hungary. 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.CONDITIONThis 289+ 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 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 impressive early eighteenth century collection