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Antique Engravings of 'Chinese' Priests and Beggars, circa 1728
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Early 18th century print showing a Catholic Priest, a Chinese Beggar-Priest, two Chinese Catholic Priests and a Chinese beggar with a deformed (pointed) head. Engraved by Bernard Picart, designer, draughtsman, miniaturist and engraver from Paris although he established his business in Amsterdam in 1711 and worked there until his death in 1733.
- Creator:Bernard Picart (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1728
- Condition:Near mint condition, passe-partout included.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-021041stDibs: LU305438832583
Bernard Picart
Bernard Picart was a French engraver who is well-known for his illustrated books, including the Bible and Ovid. His most famous work is Cérémonies Et Coutumes Religieuses de Tous Les Peuples Du Monde, published from 1723–43 and defined as "an immense effort to record the religious rituals and beliefs of the world in all their diversity as objectively and authentically as possible" by Jonathan I. Israel.
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