Description
Rouen — Rue de la Grosse Horloge — 19th CenturyHand-Colored Engraving
A 19th-century engraved street view of Rouen, France,depicting the Gros-Horloge clock tower and the surrounding historic buildingsof the old city center. The scene shows a lively market-day street with figuresin period dress, timber-framed architecture, and the celebrated clock towerrising above the street in the background. One of Rouen’s best-known landmarks,the Gros-Horloge is among the city’s most recognizable medieval monuments.
The sheet appears to be hand-colored. At lower left is aninscription reading “Gauchard del” and at lower right a faint inscription thatappears to read “Demarteau direxit.” Condition is good, with minor toning andhandling wear, along with a few small edge and corner irregularities visible inthe photographs. The verso shows light discoloration and surface marks fromage. Please review the pictures carefully for condition and details.
Details • Medium: Hand-colored engraving on paper • Title: Rue de la Grosse Horloge, Rouen • Location: Rouen, France • Date: 19th century • Paper Size: 6.5 × 4.25 in. • Framing: Unframed • Condition Report: Good condition; minor toning, handling marks, light versodiscoloration, small edge and corner wear; unframed
Visible markings / inscriptions: • Lower left: “Gauchard del” • Lower right: faint inscription, appears to read “Demarteau direxit”
Provenance: • Grant Zahajko Auctions
Disclaimer: I have conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracy and authenticity ofthis work to the best of my ability. However, it is sold as is, with noguarantees or warranties regarding its provenance or historical attribution.
