1877 Wood Engraving Architecture Les Invalides Paris France Military XEA7

This is an original 1877 black and white wood engraving of Les Invalides located in the city of Paris, France. The complex serves as a museum of French military history in addition to a hospital and retirement home for war veterans. It also contains the monuments and tombs of several French war heroes such as Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. The baroque style structure was built between 1670-1679 CE by architect Jules Hardouin Mansart. CONDITIONThis 134+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects.No surface rub.No tears. No water damage. Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White Grade: Very Fine +++ Dimensions: Approximately 5.5 x 7 inches; 14 x 18 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) Keywords specific to this image: Museum, Monument, Government, Fre