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Vue Generale - Nouvelles Vues de Paris. Paris: Gihaut Freres, c. 1870. $250 |
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"Vue Generale"
A meticulously detailed view from a lovely series depicting many of the most beautiful and famous sites in Paris as they appeared in the 1870"s. Skillful artists and lithographers collaborated to create lovely these views of unrivalled beauty. Each original antique lithograph provides an invaluable record of architecture and landscape design as well as details of costume and aspects of daily life. Close examination is guaranteed to instill in the viewer a longing to visit the wonders of the "City of Light." 10 x 14 inches, sheet. Sepia toned lithograph. Archivally framed with custom designed hand applied tape design on mat. 16 3/8 x 19 inches, overall. Very good condition save minor soiling and chip in right margin.
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