Residence of Count Moritz Von Fries, 1800, Paper

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Antique print titled 'Hoch-und Wohlgeboren dem Grafen und Herrn, Herrn, Moritz von Friess (\.)'. Old engraving of the residence of … Read more Antique print titled 'Hoch-und Wohlgeboren dem Grafen und Herrn, Herrn, Moritz von Friess (\.)'. Old engraving of the residence of Moritz von Fries, art collector and banker. This print originates from 'Zeichnungen aus der schönen Baukuns' by C.L. Stieglitz. Artists and Engravers: Published by Georg Voss. Moritz Christian Johann Reichsgraf von Fries (6 May 1777 – 26 December 1826) was an Austrian nobleman, banker and patron of the arts. He was born in Vienna as the youngest son of Count Johann von Fries (1719-1785), one of the richest men in the Holy Roman Empire, thanks to many successful financial and industrial ventures and his wife Anna d’Escherny (1737-1807). He had three surviving siblings, Count Joseph Johann von Fries (1755-1788), Countess Ursula Viktoria von Schönfeld (1767-1805) and Countess Anna Philippina von Haugwitz (1769-1842). Today, von Fries is principally remembered for his patronage of the musical life of Vienna. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Minor wear, blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1800 Overall size: 45 x 29.5 cm. Image size: 39 x 24.5 cm. Wear consistent with age and use. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Minor wear, blank verso. Please study image carefully. See less