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Three 18th Century Engravings of Fountains at Versailles Gardens by A. Aveline

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Three small 18th century engravings of fountains at the gardens of Versailles by renowned Parisian engraver Antoine Aveline. All three are presented in simple giltwood frames. One fountain shows a bronze child representing sovereign power sitting on an eagle which is blowing a jet of water through its beak into the air; another is of a fountain representing the four continents: Africa , Europe America and Asia; the third features three standing puttis playing musical instruments.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Louis XV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1730
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4631223070522

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