Antique 18thC Jeremias Wolff Hand-Colored Etching "Russus"

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This authentic 18th-century copperplate etching, titled Russus, is a highly significant ethnographic work published in Augsburg, Germany by the celebrated … Read more This authentic 18th-century copperplate etching, titled Russus, is a highly significant ethnographic work published in Augsburg, Germany by the celebrated printmaker and art publisher Jeremias Wolff (1663–1724).

The plate belongs to Wolff’s rare and prestigious series of 24 depictions of women and men from various regions of the world (circa 1720). This piece reflects the premium quality tier of this historical publication, making it an exceptional acquisition for serious collectors of Old Master prints and historical ethnographic art. See less