Unknown (17th), Orpheus and Eurydice at the gate to the underworld, Copper engraving

Unknown (17th century): Orpheus and Eurydice at the gate to the underworld, 17th century, Copper engraving

Technique: Copper engraving on Paper

Inscription: Inscribed below in the printing plate: "Eurydice Enigme". On the reverse is the imprint of a typographical text.

Date: 17th century

Description: Scenic representation of ancient Greek mythology. The singer Orpheus descended into the underworld to save his lover, the nymph Eurydice. However, against the condition of the god of the underworld, Hades, he turned to her on his way to the surface of the earth, whereupon she was dragged back again.

Keywords: Old master, 17th century, Baroque, Portraits, Greece,
Dimensions: Paper: 12,4 cm x 7,6 cm (4,9 x 3 in) Artist Name: Unknown (17th century) 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: Very good condition. There is a faint vertical crease along the right third of the sheet. On the right is a minimal marginal tear, which was restored. There is another marginal tear at the upper left.