1866 Gustave Doré Wandering Jew Serpent Forest Plate 11 - Original Antique Engraving - Gothic Biblical Victorian Religious - 14 x 20 in

Antique steel engraving depicting the cursed Wandering Jew traversing a dark forest filled with serpents and death. From The Legend of the Wandering Jew, first English edition published by Cassell Petter & Galpin in 1866 after illustrations by Gustave Doré. Page measures 14 × 20 in. Dramatic composition of towering Gothic cliffs, twisted trees and bodies strewn across a desolate valley. Rich tonal contrasts achieved, with intricate cross-hatching. Caption reads "Trees intertwined with snakes he walks beneath, Safe thro' dark valleys ripe with hideous death." Great for collectors of Gothic art, religious mythology, Victorian book illustrations, and Doré enthusiasts. Visit https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ForestHillArtsHouse?section_id=53668151 for more Religious prints. **About Your Purchase** - Genuine, ORIGINAL print (never a reprint, reproduction, or copy). - Sold Unframed. Optional 21.75 x 27.25 in mount available for purchase with product. Contact shop to select colour, whether single or double mounted (extra charge) or other requirements. - Copyright remains with Seller. No reproduction allowed. **Condition** The image is good and sharp, consistent with age. The borders contain mild discolouration, slight foxing and 2 water marks, which are mostly covered by the mounting process, as can be seen in the image. **U.S. Customers – No Tariffs or Fees** - Classified as “informational materials,” exempt from tariffs and duty-free. - Sent via Royal Mail Duty Pre-Paid—customs fees covered. - Final price = checkout price. No extra charges at delivery. - Delivery in 5–12 days. Valid email and U.S. phone number required at checkout for postage. **Returns & Shipping** - **Returns:** 14 days, same condition; buyer pays return postage. - **Packaging:** Clear bag in board-backed envelope, reinforced with recycled cardboard. - **Dispatch:** Royal Mail Tracked 24/48 (UK) & Tracked International. - UK: 1–3 days - US/EU: 5–12 days - Rest of world: 7–21 days