Old engraving View of Sidi-Ferruch Julia Caesarea framed vintage decor

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Description

This antique print depicts a panoramic view of Sidi-Ferruch, also known as Julia Caesarea, located eighteen leagues from Algiers, as indicated by the legible inscription below the image: "Vue de Sidi-Ferruch, Julia Caesarea, à dix-huit lieues d’Alger". The finely engraved black and white scene reveals a coastal landscape with the city nestled in mountainous terrain, several distinct buildings, boats on the sea, and a foreground animated by maritime details.

The print is carefully presented under a white passe-partout with a fine border, highlighting the artwork and offering a sober, ready-to-display frame. The rectangular print is distinguished by its fine lines, typical of antique prints, and by visible wear on the upper left edge, testifying to its authenticity and age.

The marked contrasts between light and shaded areas emphasize the relief of the landscape and the depth of the composition. The urban scene, boats, and mountains in the background are rendered with a sense of detail characteristic of 19th-century engravings, although the exact period cannot be confirmed without further clues.

The French inscription below the image allows for precise identification of the subject and confirms the geographical origin of the view. No other text, signature, or publisher's mark is visible on the exposed face. The bevel-cut passe-partout mounting gives an elegant appearance and facilitates integration into any interior decor.

The support appears to be fine-grained paper, typical of antique prints, with a subtle patina and some visible signs of age on the engraving itself, including a slight tear or missing piece in the upper left. The overall condition remains visually satisfactory for an antique piece intended for wall decoration or iconographic study.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible wear on the upper left edge of the engraving, general patina, and slight signs of age consistent with its antiquity. See photo for precise condition.

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