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Pastoral Scenes: A Study of Rural Life and Animals, 1770

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The image is a copper engraving from around 1770. It depicts various scenes involving animals and a person. Here’s a detailed description of the different elements in the engraving: 1. Top Left Corner: A person, likely a woman, is riding a horse. The person is facing to the right and appears to be gesturing or pointing towards something. 2. Top Right Corner: There are several sheep or goats resting under a tree. They are lying on the ground in a relaxed posture. 3. Center: A woman wearing a hat and carrying a jug or pail is standing near some livestock, possibly cows or bulls, which are grazing or drinking water from a trough. 4. Bottom Left Corner: A rabbit or hare is lying on the ground. 5. Bottom Right Corner: A lobster or similar crustacean is depicted. The text below the print reads: "Chez Fietta et Comp a Krigshaber, pres d'Augsburg," indicating the publisher or place of publication. The engraving you shared was published by "Chez Fietta et Compagnie," a firm active in Kriegshaber near Augsburg around 1770. Domenicus Fietta, an Italian print dealer, established the company in southern Germany. The firm specialized in producing copper engravings, including various ornamental and architectural prints. One notable artist associated with the firm was Elias Strasser, known for his detailed and skillful engravings. The works of Fietta et Compagnie are recognized for their high quality and artistic value.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.25 in (18.4 cm)Width: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Period:
    1770-1779
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1770
  • Condition:
    Condition: good, given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Platemark cut short. Loosely mounted in thin paper cover. Please study scan carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-13782-111stDibs: LU3054340582442

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