J. Meyer, Title of an Ecclesiastical Ledger, 17th-Century, Etching

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Johannes Meyer jun. (1655 Zurich - 1712 ibid.): Title of an ecclesiastical ledger, 17th century, EtchingTechnique: Etching on Paper, mounted … Read more Johannes Meyer jun. (1655 Zurich - 1712 ibid.): Title of an ecclesiastical ledger, 17th century, EtchingTechnique: Etching on Paper, mounted on PaperInscription: Lower middle signed in the printing plate: "Joh. Meyer sculpsit". At the upper part inscribed in the printing plate: "Geistliches Kirchen u. Hausbuch enthaltend Das Ne Testament Jesu Christi Unsers Herren samt Der [\.] Ambrosii Lobwassers, u. allerley Gesngen u. Gebttern". Date: 17th centuryDescription: Title page of a religious book with New Testament and lithurgical hymns and prayers. King David is depicted with a harp, emanating the Holy Spirit in the form of a dove.Keywords: Historical representation, literature, allegory, Switzerland, history, religion, church, Lamb of God, King David, 17th century, Baroque, Religious, Switzerland, Size: 13,3 cm x 6,6 cm (5,2 x 2,6 in)Condition: Rather good condition. Pale foxing and in places a little bit wavy due to old mounting. See less