DESCRIPTION:
They may tear down our statues, but not your wall.
Absolutely perfect example of
for your history and ownership is an
antique hand colored engraving stuck by Vittore Pedretti
The hand laid cotton rag is a heavy sheet.
Image size is the following portrait is 4 X 5 inches
not including that magnificent text.
overall size of print is 11 x 8 inches
Engraving by Pedretti
DIANNE de POITIER
Duchess of Valentinois
Despite wielding such power over the court, Diane's status depended on the King's welfare and remaining in power. In 1559, Henry was critically wounded in a jousting tournament, when his lance wore her favour (ribbon), rather than his wife's. Queen Catherine soon assumed control, restricting access to the royal chambers. Although Henry was alleged to have called out repeatedly for Diane, she wasn't admitted to his deathbed nor invited to his funeral (the latter as was custom and tradition). She was immediately obliged to give Chenonceau in exchange for the less attractive Château de Chaumont, a punishment much less severe than the ones suffered by other royal mistresses.
A great steel engraving. But you shall not receive a piece of steel.
CONDITION: Please know, there is no foxing, which means if touched, your fingers will not fall off. If your elbow touches, your elbow will not fall off
Pristine condition. Please view ALL photos as they have a close up to provide a fine idea of quality. Please email with questions prior to bidding.
SHIPPING & HANDLING: Package will be very tight with five pieces of corrugated with heavy duty slip to notebook store until it goes to the framer. Well protected.
Will be USPS. Multiple winners in one shipping amount.