J. NILSON (1721-1788), to Götz von Berlichingen, Copper engraving

Johannes Esaias Nilson (1721 Augsburg - 1788 ibid.): Illustration of Goethe's Götz von Berlichingen, 18th century, Copper engraving

Technique: Copper engraving on Paper

Inscription: Inscribed below: "Der Wütrich faellt durch Gözens Faust gestrafft [.]". Inscribed right below the image "J.E. Nilson del:et.sculps. A.V.".

Date: 18th century

Description: In a decorative frame with rocaille, the viewer sees a carriage with an entourage. A young woman is sitting in the carriage, apparently engaged in conversation with a man in uniform standing in front of her. In the background, enthroned on a mountain, a burning fortress can be seen. Possibly the place from which the young woman fled. Inscribed below: "Der Wütrich faellt durch Gözens Faust gestrafft [...]".

Source: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749 Frankfurt-1832 Weimar) Götz von Berlichingen | Theater, Genre

Keywords: 18th century, Classicism, Portraits, Germany,
Dimensions: Paper: 16,9 cm x 12,0 cm (6,7 x 4,7 in), Depiction: 15,5 cm x 11,0 cm (6,1 x 4,3 in) Artist Name: Johannes Esaias Nilson (1721 Augsburg - 1788 ibid.) Medium: Copper engraving Notes: Differential taxation according to §25a UStG, art objects/special regulation. VAT for the artwork purchase price is not shown on the invoice. (VAT: Margin Scheme). A buyer's premium of 25% will be charged on all purchases. The buyer's premium includes VAT, but is not shown on the invoice.

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Condition: Good condition. Isolated pale discolourations. The corners of the sheet are bumped.