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A View of the Ruins of the Pantheon at Athens by Julien-David Le Roy, 1758

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“A View of the Ruins of the Pantheon built by Adrian at Athens” (Vue des Ruines du Pantheon bati par Adrien a Athenes) is an engraving from one of Classical Greek architectural structures from “Les Ruines Des Plus Beaux Monuments De La Grèce” by Julien-David Le Roy. These engravings are notable as the first measured drawings of the structures of the Acropolis. The work has been de-acidified and archival mounted in a deep bevel mat which is ready for framing. The title of the work is in both English and French below the engraving. Signed in the plate, LL: LeRoy delin. Signed in the plate, LR: J. Boydell Paris, France, English edition, published 1758. Dimensions: 20-3/4” W x 17” H (matted) 13-5/8” W x 9-3/4” H (image)
  • Creator:
    Le Roy (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 20.75 in (52.71 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1750-1759
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1758
  • Condition:
    The work has been de-acidified and archival mounted. Areas of foxing and toning are visible throughout. Overall good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Kenilworth, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 85511stDibs: LU6534242689992

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