1871 Woodcut Soldier Battlements Tower Spear Armor Shield Military Ancient XGV9 OD3 Riverside Drive

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1871 Woodcut Soldier Battlements Tower Spear Armor Shield Military Ancient XGV9 OD3 Riverside DriveThis is an original 1871 black and white woodcut of an ancient warrior defending the battlements of his home city. The towers were built circular or polygonal rather than square as battering rams would only force the stones towards their common center rather than breaking their angles. CONDITION This 140+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note