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Rare Early Plate of a Virgin Woman from Naples, Italy in 16th Century Costume

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Description: Antique print, titled: 'CXLVI. Virgo Neapolitana in Italia' - This rare early plate shows a virgin woman from Naples, Italy in 16th century costume. From: 'Habitus praecipuorum populorum tam virorum quam foeminarum singulari arte depicti. Trachtenbuch: Darin fast allerley und der fürnembsten Nationen/die heutigs tags bekandt sein/Kleidungen beyde wie es bey Manns und Weibspersonen gebreuchlich/mit allem viess abgerissen sein/sehr lustig und kurtzweilig zusehen', published by H. Weigel 1577, Nuremberg. Ref: Colas, 113; Brunet, III, 7; Graesse I, 104; Lipperheide 7 & 8; Rahir, 290; Hiler, p. 895. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Jost Amman' after an anonymous artist. Jost Amman (1539-91) was born in Switzerland but in 1561 moved to Nuremberg, Germany, which was a prosperous and important city in the sixteenth century. He is known for his book illustrations, of which he was a prolific designer. He also made single sheet woodcuts and etchings, as well as designs for stained glass and ornamental metalwork.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.29 in (31.2 cm)Width: 7.96 in (20.2 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1577
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Tiny repaired tear lower right edge. Good, given age. Some small spots, mostly near the edges. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: PCT-618561stDibs: LU3054335420632
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