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Sphinx - Ancient Roman Art - Original Etching - 18th Century

18th Century

Ancient Roman Statue, from the series "Antiquities of Herculaneum", is an original etching on paper realized by Vincenzo Campana in the 18th century. Signed on the plate on the lowe...

Antiquities of Herculaneum Exposed, original etching from the end of the 18th century, made by Various Old Masters. Good condition...

Sphinxes from Ancient Rome, from the Series "Antiquities of Herculaneum Exposed", original etching from the end of the 18th Century, made by Various Old Masters. In very good condition, except for some stains along the margins. In this artwork are represented two sphinxes on the sides and a face in the center. On the lower center of the margin, the typical unit of measurement is shown: Palmo Napolitano and Palmo Romano. On the back, printed writings certainly derived from. Signed on the right and the left lower margins: G.M and Secondo de Angely...

Ancient Roman Statue, from the series "Antiquities of Herculaneum", is an original etching on paper realized by Vincenzo Campana in the 18th century. Signed on the plate on the lowe...

Title: "Relics of Antiquity: Egyptian Sphinx and Colossal Statues of Canopus" Description: This print showcases two striking images from George Alexander Cooke's "Universal Geograph...

The two engravings displayed side by side depict monumental structures from ancient Egypt and are dated to the late 18th century. They are both examples of European interest in documenting and exploring Egyptian antiquities during the period of early exploration and fascination with the ancient world. ### Image 1: Profile View of the Remains of the Sphinx near the Pyramids of Egypt - Subject: The Sphinx, one of Egypt's most iconic monuments, is shown with its body largely buried in sand, as it was during this period before modern excavations. The figures atop and around the Sphinx provide scale and show the magnitude of the monument. The image also captures European explorers and researchers measuring the Sphinx, emphasizing the curiosity and study of ancient civilizations. - Age: This engraving likely dates from the late 18th century, during a time when European expeditions to Egypt were becoming more common, particularly following Napoleon's campaign in the late 1790s, which sparked Egyptomania across Europe. - Maker: The engraving is credited to Denon and Lege, both of whom were active artists and engravers during this time. Dominique Vivant Denon...

Wonderful image of The Sphinx of Giza Fine copper-plate engraving Published C.1810 Unframed. Free shipping

Antique print originating from 'Le Antichita di Ercolano Esposte'. A vast survey of the bronzes, statues, wall-paintings, and monuments of Herculaneum. This monumental work was the f...