1903 Wood Engraving Portrait Jules Mazarin Cardinal France Italy Costume XEJ6 XGEA4 There is some bleed through

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He painted houses during the day and studied artistic painting during the evenings at Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Le Havre before moving to Paris where he attended Academie Humbert

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1903 Wood Engraving Portrait Jules Mazarin Cardinal France Italy Costume XEJ6 XGEA4 There is some bleed throughThis is an original 1903 black and white wood engraving of a portrait of Jules Mazarin who was a French Italian cardinal, diplomat and politician. CONDITION This 108+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black White Grade: Very Fine ++ Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 6 inches; 13 x 15 cm Authentication: Serial