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Early Nineteenth Century Colored Etching of a Wall in Pompeii

$875
£665.40
€767.51
CA$1,225.71
A$1,371.82
CHF 716.30
MX$16,736.25
NOK 9,092.52
SEK 8,628.24
DKK 5,731.37
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A framed architectural engraving of a wall in Pompeii titled "In Casa Pseudourbana Di Pompei piano superiore Parete corta dell'antistufa". Translates as follows: In the Pseudourban House of Pompeii, upper floor, frescoed wall of a house in Pompeii. Engraved by Francesco Morelli (1767-1830) a French-Italian painter and engraver known for depicting Pompeian subjects and printed by Antonio Lamberti (1730-1838). Now framed and glazed. A very striking full sheet colored engraving from the neoclassical period. Color possibly of a later date.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38 in (96.52 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1800-1820
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Dimensions given are for the framed piece; sheet size is H. 32.5" W. 22.5" Edges of sheet are toned. Light foxing.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C523-81stDibs: LU855237092622

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