1872 Wood Engraving Sydney Hall Art Mt Vesuvius Volcano Eruption Italy YTG4
"The Eruption of Mount Vesuvius" This is an original 1872 black and white in-text wood engraving of sketches by Sydney Hall that depicted several scenes from the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius between the villages of Massa di Somma and St. Sebastiano in Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe that took place during the Victorian Era. CONDITIONThis 140+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. 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 x 14 inches; 25 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 o