Allegorical goddesses enlightenment heavens 1836 beautiful antique frontis print
Allegorical goddesses enlightenment heavens 1836 beautiful antique frontis print Allegorical goddesses enlightenment heavens 1836 beautiful antique frontis print
$ 75.00

Joh. Noman & Zoon, Exeud.

(Goddesses- Allegory- Knowledge- Books)

Issued c.1835-6, Holland. Drawn by J. Kuyper. Engraved by L. Portman.

Etching and stipple engraving with original hand color.

Beautiful early 19th century antique frontis/ title page print. Depicts allegorical goddesses reaching towards heaven, presumably towards knowledge and enlightenment.

A superior ethnographic image of the era, with exquisite detailed and artistic original hand color which greatly enhances the visual appeal.

Paper and image remains clean and well preserved with a fine patina and visual appeal.

Sheet measures c. 9 1/4"H x 5 1/4"W.

Printed area measures c. 5 3/8"H x 3 1/2"W.

[R16164]