Religion · 19th century
€ 240
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Very good, with general age-related toning and some light foxing in the margins. Strong impression with crisp detail throughout. Blank verso. Please review the image carefully.
Antique Engraving of Rio de Janeiro, Imperial Palace and Cathedral, c.1867
Detailed mid-19th century engraving of Rio de Janeiro titled Rio de Janeiro – Palais Impérial et Cathédrale. The composition presents the grand square dominated by the Imperial Palace and the Cathedral of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, with its imposing twin towers. The busy foreground shows elegantly dressed figures strolling and conversing, alongside mounted riders and horse-drawn carriages, conveying the vibrancy of urban life in the Brazilian capital during the period.
Engraved by Ed. Willmann and printed by Ch. Chardon, Paris, this work belongs to a series of finely executed city views produced for European audiences. These engravings satisfied the 19th-century fascination with exotic and colonial locales, documenting both the architectural grandeur and daily activity of one of South America’s most important cities. At the time, Rio was the seat of the Brazilian monarchy and a central hub for transatlantic trade and cultural exchange.
Condition: Very good, with general age-related toning and some light foxing in the margins. Strong impression with crisp detail throughout. Blank verso. Please review the image carefully.
Framing tips: A wide ivory or cream mat will emphasize the architectural detail of the engraving. A dark wood or black frame provides a scholarly presentation, while a gilt frame adds elegance, echoing the prestige of Rio’s Imperial past.
Technique: Engraving on paper
Maker: Ed. Willmann, printed by Ch. Chardon, Paris, c.1867
