Description
Large 19th-Century German Historical Print – WürttembergCastle and Beutelsbach – Four Views of Dynastic Sites
A large-format sheet presenting four views related to thehistory of the House of Württemberg. The upper left depicts the ancestralcastle of Württemberg before its destruction by the Swabian League in 1519;the upper right shows the ruins of the castle as they stood until theirdemolition in 1819. At lower left is the Fürstliche Grabkapelle at Rotenberg,erected on the site of the former Stammberg Württemberg. The lower rightdepicts the church at Beutelsbach, the former collegiate church andburial place of the Counts of Württemberg.
These compositions, rendered in a clear and illustrativemanner, reflect the 19th-century interest in documenting regional heritage anddynastic landmarks. The sheet is printed in lithography with decorative bordersand period captions, intended as a commemorative and educational piece ratherthan a topographical survey.
The impression is strong with evenly printed tone, onlightly toned wove paper. Condition is very good, with scattered foxing in themargins and minimal handling marks.
Print Details
- Size: 15.5 × 11.75 in
- Date: 19th century
- Technique: Lithographic reproduction of historical views
- Paper: Wove paper
- Condition: Very good – scattered foxing in margins, light toning, minor handling marks; unframed
Disclaimer
I have conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracyand authenticity of this piece to the best of my ability. However, it is soldas is, with no guarantees or warranties regarding its provenance or historicalattribution.
