1872 Wood Engraving G Durand Art Pontifical Swiss Guard Vatican City Rome YTG4

"Rome - Outside the Vatican - 'No Admittance Except on Business' " This is an original 1872 black and white in-text wood engraving of artwork by G. Durand that portrayed a Pontifical Swiss Guard turning away potential visitors in Vatican City near Rome, Italy, Europe during the Victorian Era. CONDITIONThis 140+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light creasing. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Some light surface rub. Please note: There is printing on the verso. Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White Grade: Very Fine ++ Dimensions: Approximately 10.75 x 14.25 inches; 27 x 36 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) Step back in time to Victorian era London! Period Paper is pleased to present a collection of 1872 wood engravings from the Br