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MITAU JELGAVA LATVIA,CHATEAU OF LOUIS XVII,Historical Art of Baltic Provinces,1884 Antique Wood Engraving
MITAU JELGAVA LATVIA,CHATEAU OF LOUIS XVII ,Historical Art of Baltic Provinces,1884 Antique Wood Engraving Historical Collectible Art Print
Also Yelgava, Ger. Mitau, city , in Latvia, on the Lielupe River.
It is a major rail hub and a trade center for grain and timber. The city grew
around a fortress established by the Livonian Knights in the 13th cent., but
was destroyed by the Lithuanians in 1345. In 1561, Jelgava became the residence
of the dukes of Courland; it passed to Russia with the duchy in 1795. City
landmarks include the 16th-century Trinity Church and the 18th-century ducal
palace.
| PUBLISHED DATE |
1884 PARIS |
| ARTIST |
ALEXANDRE DE BAR |
| ENGRAVED BY |
SARGEANT |
| PUBLISHER |
THOMAS DE LAMOTTE SAINTE-MARTIN |
| PAGE SIZE: approx |
14 3/4 INCHES x 10 1/2 INCHES |
| IMAGE SIZE: approx |
6 1/2 X 4 1/4 inches |
| CONDITION |
ENGRAVING with TEXT back . Excellent condition. Heavier paper.Suitable
ageing. The image is clean, clear and sharp with beautiful depth and detail. |
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