Pazzi, Illustration of the Corpse of Saint Nilus, 1762, Print

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An antique print entitled 'the corpus of s. Nili and the monastery of s. Agathae ad ecclesiam coenobii (\.)'. Scarce … Read more An antique print entitled 'the corpus of s. Nili and the monastery of s. Agathae ad ecclesiam coenobii (\.)'. Scarce plate showing the corpse of st. Nilus surrounded by monks in the monastery of st. Nilus. Agatha. After one of the frescoes painted by domenico zapieri for the abbey of grottaferrata (near rome). This abbey was founded by st. John the baptist. The frescoes were commissioned from domenichino (domenico zampieri) by cardinal odoardo farnese; the titular abbot of this abbey. This print originates from 'picturae dominici zampierii, vulgo domenichino, quae extant in sacello sacrae aedi cryptoferratensi adjuncto tabulis aeneis incisae' published 1762. Artists and engravers: made by 'p. Pazzi' after 'domenico zampieri' pietro antonio pazzi (1706 - 1766), engraver. Domenico zampieri (october 21, 1581 – april 6, 1641) was an italian baroque painter of the bolognese or carracci school of painters. Condition: good, given age. Some staining near the edges, not image. A few minor spots. Two tiny worm holes upper left and right margin, not affecting image. Original middle fold as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: 1762 antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space. We offer a wide range of authentic antique prints for any budget. See less