N.DORIGNY (1658-1746), Allegory of ignorance, 1728
Nicolas Dorigny (1658 Paris - 1746 ibid.), Triumph of ignorance over the fine arts, allegory of ignorance, 1728, Copper engraving
Technique: Copper engraving on Paper
Inscription: Titled below the image in the printing plate: "Agli Amatori delle buone Arti", signed and dated below in the printing plate, collection stamp "Kgl. Universität Würzburg M.v.Wagnersche Sammlung" (Lugt no. 2541b) at lower right, stamp "Wagner-Museum Würzburg. Dubl." (Lugt no. 2541c)
Date: 1728
Description: Beautiful, satirical allegory with mythological figures in front of an ancient cityscape. Above right, enthroned above all, Zeus /Jupiter sits on a cloud and commands Athena/Minerva to intervene to protect the fine arts.
Keywords: Italy, Politics, 18th century, Classicism, Mythology, Italy,
Size: 46.8 cm x 31.0 cm (18.4 x 12.2 in)
Condition: Good condition. The illustration makes a very good impression. The edges of the sheet are just trimmed. Horizontal centrefold. Single pale spots on the lower margin.
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Dimensions: 46.8 x 31 cm
Condition Report: Good condition. The illustration makes a very good impression. The edges of the sheet are just trimmed. Horizontal centrefold. Single pale spots on the lower margin.
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Nicolas Dorigny (1658 Paris - 1746 ibid.), Triumph of ignorance over the fine arts, allegory of ignorance, 1728, Copper engraving
Technique: Copper engraving on Paper
Inscription: Titled below the image in the printing plate: "Agli Amatori delle buone Arti", signed and dated below in the printing plate, collection stamp "Kgl. Universität Würzburg M.v.Wagnersche Sammlung" (Lugt no. 2541b) at lower right, stamp "Wagner-Museum Würzburg. Dubl." (Lugt no. 2541c)
Date: 1728
Description: Beautiful, satirical allegory with mythological figures in front of an ancient cityscape. Above right, enthroned above all, Zeus /Jupiter sits on a cloud and commands Athena/Minerva to intervene to protect the fine arts.
Keywords: Italy, Politics, 18th century, Classicism, Mythology, Italy,
Size: 46.8 cm x 31.0 cm (18.4 x 12.2 in)
Condition: Good condition. The illustration makes a very good impression. The edges of the sheet are just trimmed. Horizontal centrefold. Single pale spots on the lower margin.
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Differential taxation according to §25a UStG, art objects/special regulation. The sales tax is not shown on the invoice. (VAT: Margin Scheme)
Please note for shipping:
Germany: 0 EUR (DHL Parcel); European Union: 10 EUR (DHL Parcel); Non-EU countries: 29 EUR (DHL Parcel).
If the total of your purchases including buyer's premium exceeds 1.000 EUR, we recommend shipping your purchases by FedEx or DHL Express at a fixed price of 100 EUR.
Please refer to our shipping terms for further information.
Dimensions: 46.8 x 31 cm
Condition Report: Good condition. The illustration makes a very good impression. The edges of the sheet are just trimmed. Horizontal centrefold. Single pale spots on the lower margin.
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