An absolutely beautiful, deeply romantic piece of art history.
This is a genuine late-Victorian or Edwardian era antique photogravure print of the celebrated Pre-Raphaelite masterpiece "The First Spoken Words of Love" (c. 1885) by Charles Edward Perugini.
Authentic Period Quality & History:
This is an authentic, heavy-ink antique photogravure casting featuring a rich, textured depth. It is not a modern reproduction, a cheap laser reprint, or a thin bookplate illustration cut from a volume.
The piece features the formal period typography "FIRST WORDS OF LOVE - After the Painting by C. E. Perugini" along the lower white margin edge.
Original Gilt Swept Gallery Frame:
The artwork comes housed in its magnificent original 19th-century swept wooden frame, featuring a brilliant, antiqued gold-gilded outer trim with detailed acanthus corner leafing and a dark inner beaded border line. The print mount surround shows beautiful, authentic aged foxing spots and minor paper oxidation from its genuine historical journey, adding an unmatched layer of vintage character, patina, and charm.
Perfect Styling For Traditional Irish Homes:
Boasting a stunning, soft palette of muted blush pinks, slate blues, and warm marble tones, this large-scale statement piece is uniquely suited for traditional Irish period homes, Georgian or Victorian properties, country manors, or spaces styled with a romantic dark academia or cozy cottagecore aesthetic.
Artist:
Charles Edward Perugini (1839–1918)Format: Genuine Late Victorian / Edwardian Photogravure Print
Frame:
Original Gilt Wood Swept Frame with Beaded Liner
Reverse Side: Original wood backing boards, period metal framing brads, and heavy-duty metal screw eyelets with a thick braided hemp twine cord. Secure and completely ready to hang instantly.
Condition:
Very good antique condition. Glass panel is fully intact and scratch-free. Beautiful historic paper foxing / aging as pictured.
Measurements:
Total Framed Size: 56 cm x 75.5 cm (An attractive, substantial gallery scale)
From a pristine, smoke-free home. I understand the rarity of antique lithographs and photogravures; this fragile item will be packed with expert care using extensive thick bubble wrap layers and a heavy-duty outer casing for secure transit.
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