Canton Uri, Signed (1 results)

no binding. Condition: very good. SCENE IN THE CANTON OF URI,Switzerland,Views of Switzerland,1870 Antique Wood EngravingSCENE IN THE CANTON OF URI,Switzerland,Views of Switzerland,1870 Antique Wood Engraving Historical Collectible Art Print  CANTON OF URIUri is one of the 26 cantons of Switzerland. It is located in central Switzerland. The canton's territory covers the valley of the Reuss River between Lake Lucerne and the Gotthard pass.The canton is located in the centre of the country. The lands of the canton are that of the Reuss valley and those of the main river's tributaries. The total area of the canton is 1,077 km . About half of this is considered productive land. Forests cover a significant part of the territory, and glaciers make up 20% of the unproductive land.The highest elevation is the Dammastock at 3,630 m. The Dammastock lies just north of the Furka Pass.Uri was first mentioned in 732 as belonging to the abbot of Reichenau. In 853 it was given to the nunnery at Zürich by Louis the German. It is thought that the name Uri derives from the old German word Auerochs meaning wild ox. This is backed up by the fact that the region's traditional coat of arms bears a bull's head. In 1243 the region had a common seal. By 1274 the powerful Rudolf of Habsburg recognized these privileges. Uri was one of the three original Swiss cantons, having signed the Letter of Alliance (Bundesbrief) in 1291. In 1386 Uri participated in the victory over the Austrians at Sempach. As a result Uri annexed the lands of Urseren in 1410. The region resisted the reformation and remained Roman Catholic. During the Helvetic Republic Uri was part of the canton of Waldstätten. After this, in 1803, Uri re-gained its independence. All attempts to religious or constitutional reform were resisted. In 1825 Uri joined the League of Sarnen for this reason. Later on Uri was one of the members of the Sonderbund. The Sonderbund was a separatist Catholic league, but overthrown by the Swiss Confederation.PUBLISHED DATE 1878 LONDON ENGRAVED BY A. CLOSS PAGE SIZE: approx 13 1/2 INCHES x 10 INCHES IMAGE SIZE: approx 9 1/2 X 7 1/2 INCHES CONDITION LARGE FULL PAGE ENGRAVING , BLANK on the back. There is a tear on the back that doesn't quite go through the paper , otherwise in Excellent condition. Heavier paper.Suitable ageing. The image is clean, clear and sharp with beautiful depth and detail.