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Ragguaglio della solenne comparsa, fatta in Roma gli otto di Gennaio MDCLXXXVII dall'Ill. Conte di Castelmaine ambasciadore straordinario della Sagra Real Maestà di Giacomo II, all'udienza di Papa Innocenzo XI

Arnold von Westerhout, after Giovanni Battista Lenardi, and John Michael Wright (author)

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a close-up of a worn and aged surface, possibly from an old book or manuscript. The surface is textured, with signs of wear, discoloration, and brownish stains resembling foxing. There are frayed edges and slightly bumped corners, indicating long-term handling. The photograph conveys historical value and age through the weathered material.

Artwork Details

Date
1687
Medium
bound volume with 17 engraved illustrations including 1 frontispiece, 1 initial, and 15 plates (3 fold-outs including 1 double spread) on laid paper
Dimensions
2687 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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