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18th C Pair of Engravings "Allegory and European Monarchs"

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£3,627.20
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A very rare and unusual pair of engravings from the 18th century out of Oslo, Germany. The first in the pair is an allegory of the Book of Daniel, Chapter 2, Verse 31. The other, a representation of European monarchy throughout the ages complete with crests, names and dates. Hand-painted. Please contact us for more images.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. minnor foxing.
  • Seller Location:
    Charleston, SC
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: David Skinner Antiques DSA88705211stDibs: U1208278870521

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