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**Rare Antique Franz Hanfstaengl London Print — \"Beata Beatrix\" by Dante Gabriel Rossetti**
Up for sale is a beautiful, highly collectible antique fine art print of the iconic Pre-Raphaelite masterpiece **\"Beata Beatrix\"** by **Dante Gabriel Rossetti**.
This authentic period print features the clear publisher\'s credit along the bottom border: **\"COLLECTION HANFSTAENGL LONDON\"** on the left, and **\"DANTE GABRIEL ROSSETTI\"** on the right. Franz Hanfstaengl was world-renowned in the late 19th and early 20th centuries for producing exceptionally high-quality carbon prints and photogravures for museums and galleries, prized for capturing the deep, smoky shadow work of original paintings.
**Artistic & Historical Significance:**Painted by Rossetti as a deeply emotional monument to his wife and ultimate muse, **Elizabeth \"Lizzie\" Siddal**, following her tragic death in 1862. The image is rich with Pre-Raphaelite symbolism, featuring a prominent sundial marking the hour of her passing, and a mystical bird delivering a white poppy.
**Format & Condition Note:**True to how premium Hanfstaengl gallery prints were sold for framing at the turn of the century, this print is **stuck/mounted down onto its original heavy backing card**.
* **Condition:** Beautiful vintage condition with rich contrast and deep tones. There is a small missing piece/chip to the upper left corner of the backing board (well away from the main artwork image), and typical light edge wear, toning, and minor surface character consistent with an authentic century-old paper artefact. Please inspect the high-resolution photos for a closer look.
An exceptional piece for collectors of Pre-Raphaelite art, Victorian Symbolism, Gothic aesthetics, or antique Hanfstaengl print portfolios.
Will be packaged securely in a board-backed envelope to ensure safe transit.About the Seller:
The Cherry Kearton Archive Ltd manages the official legacy of Richard and Cherry Kearton. By purchasing this artefact, you are acquiring a piece of history directly from the family-stewarded archive recognised by the Natural History Museum.
