Antique 1890s Engraving “Galileo Before the Inquisition” – Great Men & Famous Women – 11.5x8.5

Galileo Before the Inquisition
From Great Men and Famous Women
Edited by Charles F. Horne
Selmar Hess, New York, c.1894–1896

Original late 19th-century engraved illustration depicting Galileo Galilei standing before the Roman Inquisition.

Dramatic historical scene rendered in fine Victorian engraving style.

Details:

• Date: 1894 Best Men and Famous Women (Victorian Era)

• Medium: Antique book engraving / lithographic print

• Subjects: Famous poets, scholars, classical and Renaissance figures

• Condition: Very good for age (light toning possible)

• Perfect for: Framing, gifts, literary art collections

• Size: 11.5 in x 8.5 in.

A wonderful piece of historic art and culture from the golden age of illustration

• Light age toning typical of 1890s paper

• Clean wide margins

• No major tears or repairs

• Strong clear impression

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