Authentic Antique Early 18th C. Hubert Goltzius Chiaroscuro Woodcut - "Emperors of Rome"

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This authentic early 18th century original chiaroscuro woodcuts (c.1708) is after the original drawing by Hubert Goltzius. (Dutch, 1526–1583). It … Read more This authentic early 18th century original chiaroscuro woodcuts (c.1708) is after the original drawing by Hubert Goltzius. (Dutch, 1526–1583). It depicts a Roman emperor. On the reverse of each is a description in Latin. Published in Antwerp, Belgium in 1708. These prints are rare and it is difficult to acquire sets of more than 3 or 4 of these woodcuts. Most retail prices range between $200-$350 each. Dimensions: Apprx. . 9" x 10.5" plus folds at top and bottom of sheet (each fold apprx. 1") ; each medallion apprx. 7" diameter. Please see our other listings from this series. The one-sided mat is apprx. 13" x 10.5"

After Hubert Goltzius (Dutch, 1526–1583)
"Emperors of Rome" early 18th century (1708)
Chiarusco Woodcuts on laid paper (Two woodblocks used for each print)
Unsigned
Pulled from "Emperors of Rome and Medieval and Renaissance Rulers", 1708
Published by Henricus & Cornelius Verdussen, Antwerp,. See less