1892 Print Statue Genoa Italy Victor Emmanuel Horse King Sardinia Italian XGEB3
This is an original 1892 black and white halftone print of the statue in Genoa, Italy of Victor Emmanuel II of Italy. He is shown, as he often is, atop his horse in the cavalry army. Called "Father of the Fatherland," Victor Emmanuel was the King of Sardinia until 1861 when he united the kingdoms of Italy and assumed the title King of Italy.CONDITIONThis 119+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. No creases. No natural defects.No surface rub.No tears. No water damage. Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine Dimensions: Approximately 4 x 5 inches; 10 x 13 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: Vittorio Emanuele Maria Alberto Eugenio Ferdinando Tommaso, Crimean War, Italian Unification, Padre della PatriaXGEB3C92