Description: 1877 Reclus print GRENOBLE, DAUPHINE, FRANCE (#28) Nice print titled Grenoble et les Alpes de Belledonne, from wood engraving with fine detail and clear impression, nice hand coloring, approx. image size is 13 x 19 cm. From La Nouvelle Géographie universelle, la terre et les hommes, 19 vol., 1875-94 (in English: The Earth and Its Inhabitants, 1878-94), great work of Elisee Reclus. Click here or image for larger version Grenoble, town, capital of Isere département, Rhône-Alpes région, southeastern France (Dauphiné), southeast of Lyon. It lies along the Isere River, 702 feet (214 m) above sea level, at the foot of Mount Rachais. The Isere divides the city into two unequal parts. The oldest part of the town, cramped between the river and the mountains, lies on the right bank; the major part of the city spreads out into the plain on the left bank. The town has one of the highest population growth rates in France. Its population multiplied fivefold between 1860 and 1960 and continued to increase throughout the ensuing decade. To deal with the rapid expansion, a vast urban renewal plan was drawn up and largely executed in time for the 1968 Winter Olympic Games, which were held in Grenoble. The town's numerous industries include the manufacturing of plastics, rubber, cement, and paper. Advanced techniques are used in the chemical, metallurgical, and nuclear industries. Although a university was founded there in 1339, Grenoble became an important educational centre only at the beginning of the 20th century. A nuclear research station and a school of electronic engineering are now affiliated with the university. The fine 15th- and 16th-century Palais de Justice formerly housed the Dauphinois Parliament. The sports stadium and the House of Culture are interesting examples of contemporary French architecture. The library has a rich collection of manuscripts, including most of the works of the novelist Stendhal, who was born there in 1783. The museum, in the same building, is reputed for its gallery of modern paintings. The present name of the town is derived from Gratianopolis (4th century), given in honour of the Roman emperor Gratian. After being occupied by the Arabs in the 9th century, the town passed into the hands of the counts of Albon. In 1349 it was ceded to France with the rest of the province of Dauphiné. Grenoble suffered during the Wars of Religion, as well as after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes. In June 1788 the town successfully rebelled against a royal decree limiting the powers of the local parliament. During World War II the French resistance movement was particularly active in Grenoble. Pop. (1990) 153,973. Buyer pays shipping at cost. I prefer payment by PayPal, but I'll also accept any other payment method and currency (except direct payment by credit card) that is convenient for buyer. I combine shipping of multiple items. IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT SHIPPING: Price quoted with auction is for surface mail to European countries. Please don't pay before you receive invoice from me. If shipping address is within Europe I recommend surface mail, you don't gain much time with airmail, it is just more expensive.
Price: 19.96 USD
Location: Zagreb, Croatia
End Time: 2025-01-01T14:04:29.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Original/Reproduction: Original Print
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Print Type: Engraving
Subject: Architecture & Cityscape
Style: Realism
Size Type/Largest Dimension: Small (Up to 14'')
Date of Creation: 1800-1899
Type: Print
