1889 Wood Engraving Turner Chateau Damboise France River Loire Bridge Boat XAZ9
This is an original 1889 black and white in-text wood engraving of the Château d'Amboise which is located in Amboise, France. It was built above the River Loire. The artwork in this print was originally created by Joseph Mallord William Turner (1775-1851) who was a Romantic landscape painter, watercolorist, and printmaker. He was born in England and is known as "the painter of light." Many consider his artwork to be the preface to the art movement known as Impressionism.CONDITIONThis 122+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. Minor print defect - top. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso. Please note that there are a few small dark spots in the margins of this piece. Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White Grade: Very Fine ++ Dimensions: Approximately 5.5 x 4 inches; 14 x 10 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance Protection: Packaged