V. LEFEBVRE (1642-1682), Fresco Dogenpalast, Opera Selectiora, 1682, Etching

Valentin Lefebvre (1642 Brussels - 1682 Venice): Woman with Eagle, ceiling painting in the Doge's Palace in Venice, sheet from the series "Opera Selectiora, 1682, Etching

Technique: Etching on Paper

Date: 1682

Description: The print shows a woman in antique garb facing an eagle and grasping its wings with her right hand. In her left hand she holds a feather. The eagle in turn is clutching the woman's foot. It is probably Hebe, the goddess of youth, with the eagle of Jupiter. The sheet is part of the series "Opera Selectiora" etched by Valentin Levebvre. It is a 53-part print series based on paintings by Titian and Veronese. Jacob Van Campen first published the series in 1682.

Source: Valentin Lefebvre (1642 Brussels-1682 Venice) Opera Selectiora, 1682 | print suite, Religion

Keywords: 17th century, Classicism, Portraits, Germany,
Dimensions: Paper: 22,2 cm x 21,5 cm (8,7 x 8,5 in) Artist Name: Valentin Lefebvre (1642 Brussels - 1682 Venice) Medium: Etching 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. The paper has discoloured with age and is foxed. The adhesive strips of a former mounting on the back have left rubbed brown stains and shine through on the front. .