Johann Ludwig Gottfried – Set of 6: Historical Chronicle Scenes of Royal Audiences, City Sieges
"Historical Chronicle Scenes of Royal Audiences, City Sieges, and Public Tumults" presents an evocative series of narrative illustrations depicting enthroned sovereigns receiving envoys, fortress assaults, tumultuous civic uprisings, and dramatic palace confrontations accompanied by printed chronicle text. The copperplate engravings exemplify seventeenth-century European book illustration through dynamic multi-figure arrangements, expressive figurative draftsmanship, atmospheric crosshatching, and detailed architectural perspectives. Johann Ludwig Gottfried was a German theologian, translator, and historian celebrated for compiling richly illustrated universal chronicles and historical compendiums in collaboration with the Merian workshop. Artist or Maker: Johann Ludwig Gottfried. Dimensions: Approximately 43 cm x 26 cm. Medium: Engravings. Date: 17th Century
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
"Historical Chronicle Scenes of Royal Audiences, City Sieges, and Public Tumults" presents an evocative series of narrative illustrations depicting enthroned sovereigns receiving envoys, fortress assaults, tumultuous civic uprisings, and dramatic palace confrontations accompanied by printed chronicle text. The copperplate engravings exemplify seventeenth-century European book illustration through dynamic multi-figure arrangements, expressive figurative draftsmanship, atmospheric crosshatching, and detailed architectural perspectives. Johann Ludwig Gottfried was a German theologian, translator, and historian celebrated for compiling richly illustrated universal chronicles and historical compendiums in collaboration with the Merian workshop. Artist or Maker: Johann Ludwig Gottfried. Dimensions: Approximately 43 cm x 26 cm. Medium: Engravings. Date: 17th Century
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
