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Georg Andreas BöcklerArchitectura Curiosa Nova, Dragon Fish Garden Fountain1664
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George Andreas Böckler, 'Dragon Fish Garden Fountain', antique copperplate engraving, 1664, from the book 'Architectura Curiosa Nova'. A fine, richly inked impression, on antique cream laid paper; the full sheet as published, in good condition. Image size 10 1/2 x 7 inches; sheet size 13 x 8 1/2 inches. Matted to museum standards, unframed.
'Dragon Fish', also known as 'Makara', originated in Hindu mythology and were considered guardians of gateways and thresholds, protecting throne rooms as well as entryways to temples.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Georg Andreas Böckler (c. 1617-1687) was a German architect, engineer, and author. He was the architect of the city of Nuremberg and specialized in hydraulic architecture. Architectura Curiosa Nova was his main opus, a four-part work in one volume, published in 1664. Illustrated with 200 engravings, the decorative plates of the first three parts show the theory and application of hydrodynamics for fountains, water-jets, spray-patterns, garden fountains, and well heads; with elaborate and often fanciful designs for free-standing fountains. The fourth part includes designs for grottoes, garden pavilions, and architectural designs, including views of European palaces.
- Creator:Georg Andreas Böckler (1617 - 1687, German)
- Creation Year:1664
- Dimensions:Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)
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- Period:1660-1669
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- Gallery Location:Myrtle Beach, SC
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU53235238592
Georg Andreas Böckler
Georg Andreas Böckler was a German architect, engineer, and author. He was the architect of the city of Nuremberg and specialized in hydraulic architecture. Architectura Curiosa Nova was his main opus, a four-part work in one volume, published in 1664. In 1661, Böckler wrote Theatrum Machinarum Novum, an important work on windmills, pumps and other hydraulic machines. Böckler died in Ansbach.
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