Philosopher Standing with Two Figures - Original Etching by G.B. Tiepolo 1740s

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Extremely beautiful Artist's proof. Sixth Sheet from “Vari Capricci”, the most important series by Giambattista Tiepolo including 10 etchings (uncertain … Read more Extremely beautiful Artist's proof. Sixth Sheet from “Vari Capricci”, the most important series by Giambattista Tiepolo including 10 etchings (uncertain dating, but presumably in the 1740s). A Perfect example of Capriccio painting with religious, historical, mythological and allegorical subjects, inspired by philosophical and literary suggestions. Giambattista Tiepolo (Venezia, 1696 – Madrid, 1770) was a famous Italian painter and printmaker from the Republic of Venice. Ref: A. Rizzi, Mostra del Tiepolo, Disegni e Acqueforti, Milano, Electa, 1971, pag. 84, imag. n. 34; Nagler, 1847, 13; De Vesme, 1906, 8; Sack, 1910, 13; Hind, 1921, 8; Pallucchini, 1941, 302; Pittalunga, 1952, p. 135; Pignatti, 1970, p. 306; Rizzi, 1971, 34. This artwork is shipped from Italy. Under existing legislation, any artwork in Italy created over 70 years ago by an artist who has died requires a licence for export regardless of the work’s market price. The shipping may require additional handling days to require the licence according to the final destination of the artwork. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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