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Antique Hand-Colored Print of 'the Deluge' by Becquet, circa 1840

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Antique print, titled: 'Histoire Sainte. - Ancien Testament. Le Deluge.' - This plate shows a scene from the Old Testament; the deluge. From a Rare set of 60 plates showing scenes from the Old Testament of the Catholic Bible, from the creation of Adam and Eve, to the persecution of the Maccabees. Mostly from the books of Genesis, Exodus, Judges, Samuel and Kings, but also from Job, Jonah, Tobias, Esther, Judith, Daniel and Ezechial. Published in Paris: Dezobry et E. Magdeleine (Lithographie Becquet freres) c. 1840. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Henry Jean Becquet' after an anonymous artist. Made by 'Henry Jean Becquet' after an anonymous artist. Henry Jean Becquet (1812-1855) was a French lithographer. Condition: Good, given age. Light foxing, mainly visible in the margins and on verso. The roof of the ark with some remains of a tissue guard (?) attached to the image. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully. Date: circa 1840 Overall size: 47.8 x 38.1 cm. We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.01 in (38.1 cm)Width: 18.82 in (47.8 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    C.1840
  • Condition:
    Condition: Good, given age. Light foxing, mainly visible in the margins and on verso. The roof of the ark with some remains of a tissue guard (?) attached to the image. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: PCT-61601'1stDibs: LU3054329294842

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