1883 Wood Engraving Isidor Metropolitan Petrograd Saint Petersburg Russia XEGA3

This is an original 1883 black and white in-text wood engraving of Isidor, Metropolitan of Petrograd (Saint Petersburg) during the Russo-Turkish War.

CONDITION

This 128+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso resulting in letter press imprinting. There is a linear indentation in the bottom margin extending into the image.

• Product Type: Original In-Text Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 7.5 inches; 13 x 19 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: Russian Orthodox Church, mitre, robes stoll, religious leader

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