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18th-century european art at its peak,
between literary charm and rural life, in large oval engravings of extraordinary finesse, in …
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18th-century european art at its peak,
between literary charm and rural life, in large oval engravings of extraordinary finesse, in original frames, signed by the masters francesco bartolozzi and john raphael smith.
"poesia (or louisa hammond)", a literary character from the novel emma corbett: a cultured and meditative female figure, immersed in a natural landscape, an emblem of sensitivity, grace, and pre-romantic sentiment.
"rustic employment", a scene of rural life of intense narrative sweetness, in which rural daily life is portrayed with delicacy and profound poetic meaning.
engravings in the dotted manner, masterfully printed with colored inks and plate coloring, of extraordinary execution and pictorial quality.
the work of two of the greatest interpreters of 18th-century european graphic art.
period: circa 1780.
the works are embellished with exceptional original oval gilded wood frames, finely decorated with rose motifs, complete with antique hand-decorated mats and period blown glass, elements that enhance their historical and collectible value.
dimensions: 52 x 60 cm each. This piece has an attribution mark,
i am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution
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- Dimensions
- 20.47ʺW × 1.18ʺD × 23.62ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- Late 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Glass
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Aqua
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
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