Antique 1858 London News Fetes Cherbourg Queen Victoria Maritime Engraving 27"

Description

Mid 19th century hand colored yard-long engraving depicting “The Fetes at Cherbourg – Her Majesty Queen Victoria Proceeding to Visit the Emperor – The French and English Squadrons Saluting,” extracted from The Illustrated London News, 1858. Shows a panoramic view of French and English sailing ships firing their cannons to welcome the Queen, watched by groups of onlookers in rowboats in the foreground. Displayed in a neatly carved dark wood frame.

Condition

Good Overall - Gentle wear/slight discoloration to print

Dimensions

27" x 1.125" x 13" / Sans Frame - 19.5" x 5.25" (Width x Depth x Height)