{"product_id":"gravure-ancienne-abbaye-st-michel-tonnerre-illustration-vintage-retro","title":"Old engraving St Michel Tonnerre abbey vintage retro illustration","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique engraving presents a detailed view of Saint Michel Abbey in Tonnerre, depicted in a classic black and white style. The illustration shows the entire religious edifice, with its main volumes, apsidal chevet, buttresses, and Gothic spires. The drawing highlights the medieval architecture, emphasizing the main façade, ogival windows, and sloping roofs, typical of French abbeys. Some ancillary buildings and landscape elements are also visible in the foreground, adding depth to the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe engraving is carefully mounted under a white passe-partout, which protects and enhances the artwork. The handwritten or engraved inscription below the image is clearly visible: \"Ancienne abbaye St Michel de Tonnerre\". The engraver's line work is precise, with attention to detail in rendering the stone textures and surrounding plant elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork is presented on a thick, cream-colored cardboard support, which elegantly contrasts with the monochrome engraving. The mounting is clean, with no visible traces of stains or halos on the visible part. The whole is staged in front of an antique bookcase, reinforcing the heritage and authentic atmosphere of the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe graphic style, framing, and inscription suggest a production likely dating from the 19th century or the very beginning of the 20th century, in the tradition of documentary engravings and illustrations of historical architecture. No coloring is added, the engraving retaining its original black and white appearance, typical of the printmaking techniques of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. The visible face of the engraving is in good apparent condition, without tears or major stains. The passe-partout shows some very slight handling marks, discreet and without affecting the readability or presentation of the artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Saint Michel Abbey in Tonnerre, founded in the Middle Ages, was a major religious and architectural center in the Burgundy region. Numerous antique engravings document its evolution and its place in the history of French religious art, testifying to the interest shown in heritage preservation by artists and scholars of the 18th and 19th centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchase will be carefully packaged and shipped quickly. Antique France Worldwide offers professional service to ensure the security and optimal presentation of each item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique engraving, abbey illustration, architectural print, retro drawing, religious art, Tonnerre Saint Michel, 19th-century engraving, vintage print, old illustration, old engraving, French abbey, vintage wall decor\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54243000648007,"sku":"f13d2be1-26a5-45d2-b73a-6eba69f23462-PA0.25","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_0f5b29c2-2283-437c-96b9-8635ee342507.jpg?v=1782598207","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/gravure-ancienne-abbaye-st-michel-tonnerre-illustration-vintage-retro","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}