1872 Wood Engraving William Makepeace Thackeray French Catholicism Lorette XGCA9 EB2 It is the most sacred

It is the most sacred site in the town and the place of many rituals and pilgrimages

Medieval Towers

located in Manhattan

A placid sun rises over a tranquil Italian landscape

1872 Wood Engraving William Makepeace Thackeray French Catholicism Lorette XGCA9 EB2 It is the most sacredThis is an original 1872 black and white wood engraving of a sketch by English novelist William Makepeace Thackeray (1811 1863) entitled "French Catholicism." Thackeray was famous for his satirical perspective, and is generally considered to be second only to Charles Dickens in Victorian era English literature. CONDITION This 139+ year old Item is rated Near Mint Very Fine. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No Surface Rub.