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CHARLOTTETOWN, PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND,Views of Picturesque Canada,1882 Antique Wood Engraving
CHARLOTTETOWN, PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND,Views of Picturesque Canada,1882 Antique Wood Engraving Historical Collectible Art Print
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CHARLOTTETOWN, a city of Canada, the capital of Prince
Edward Island, situated in Queens county, on Hillsborough river. It
has a good harbour, and the river is navigable by large vessels for
several miles. The export trade of the island centres here, and the
city has regular communication by steamer with the chief American and
Canadian ports. Besides the government buildings and the court-house,
it contains numerous churches, the Prince of Wales College, supported
by the province, the Roman Catholic college of St Dunstans and a normal
school; among its manufactures are woollen goods, lumber, canned goods,
and foundry products. The head office and, workshops of the Prince Edward
Island railway are situated here. The town was founded in 1750 by the
French under the name of Port la Joie, but under British rule changed
its name in honor of the queen of George III.
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| PUBLISHED DATE |
1882 |
| PAGE SIZE: approx |
8 INCHES x 6 1/4 INCHES |
| IMAGE SIZE: approx |
6 1/2 X 4 INCHES |
| ARTIST |
FRED B. SCHELL |
| CONDITION |
ENGRAVING with text and engraving on the back. Excellent condition. Heavier
paper. Suitable ageing. The image is clean, clear and sharp with beautiful
depth and detail.This beautiful rare item would look great matted and
framed. An art supply store can provide you with a selection of frames
for old art treasures. |
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