The image shows a close-up of a worn and aged surface, possibly from an old book or manuscript. The surface is textured, with signs of wear, discoloration, and brownish stains resembling foxing. There are frayed edges and slightly bumped corners, indicating long-term handling. The photograph conveys historical value and age through the weathered material.

Ragguaglio della solenne comparsa, fatta in Roma gli otto di Gennaio MDCLXXXVII dall'Ill. Conte di Castelmaine ambasciadore straordinario della Sagra Real Maestà di Giacomo II, all'udienza di Papa Innocenzo XI

1687

Medium: bound volume with 17 engraved illustrations including 1 frontispiece, 1 initial, and 15 plates (3 fold-outs including 1 double spread) on laid paper
Classification: Volume
Period: 1651 to 1700
Image size: 2687 × 4000px

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The image shows a close-up of a worn and aged surface, possibly from an old book or manuscript. The surface is textured, with signs of wear, discoloration, and brownish stains resembling foxing. There are frayed edges and slightly bumped corners, indicating long-term handling. The photograph conveys historical value and age through the weathered material.

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