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Antique Frontispiece of 'Gallia Antiqua' with Mercury, Herucules Etc, circa 1728

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About the Item

Frontispiece to volume one of 'Gallia Antiqua'. It shows an allegorical scene with Mercury standing at left beside a nymph painting the 'Bataille de Soissons'. Tragan's column behind with an angel crowning the emperor. Hercules in a niche around the side at right, below which a nymph plays harp and another seated beside her holds a book inscribed 'Gesta Eran Corum'. Artists and Engravers: Engraved by E. Kirkall after L. Chevon. Condition: Fair/good, general age-related toning. Some wear and creasing, blank verso. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1728 Overall size: 22.5 x 35 cm. Image size: 19.5 x 28.5 cm. We also offer thousands of antique prints covering fields of interest as diverse as architecture, natural history, religion, ethnology and many more. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)Width: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1728
  • Condition:
    Condition: Fair/good, general age-related toning. Some wear and creasing, blank verso. Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-026351stDibs: LU3054325957832

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