1890 Wood Engraving Harbor Syracuse Sicily Italy Water Ship Boat Italia Art XHA1

This is an original 1890 black and white wood engraving of the harbor of Syracuse, Sicily, Italy (Italia). The city is noted for its rich ancient Greek history. Along with Sparta and Corinth, Syracuse had great influence over the entire area, and became a very important city. Archimedes, the famous mathematician and polymath, was born in the city.CONDITIONThis 121+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the verso of this wood engraving. Product Type: Original Engraving; Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 2.5 inches; 13 x 6 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: water, Ionian Sea, Gulf of SyracuseXHA1C9