2 Piranesi Vases Copperplate Engravings Cinerary Urn & Possession Of His Majesty - $99 - (Aliquippa, PA)
A Pair of Piranesi Vases Original Copper Plate Engravings c 1811Fine Henry Moses engravings of Piranesi vases. Moses considered that of all antiquities, Vases have provided the most admiration because of their variety, elegance of form, unusual designs, and beauty of the compositions that adorn them. To this is added the interesting information about life and beliefs in the period represented.Original copperplate-engravings c1811 by Henry Moses for A collection of Antique Vases, Altars, Paterea, Tripods, Candelabra and Sarcophagi, from various Museums and Collections published in London in 1814. Henry Moses selected "the most esteemed monuments of ancient times, as would tend to improve the judgement, and refine the taste of the Student.." (of antiquities). Beautifully framed in gold gilt frames probably framed Mid Century or earlier Original Copper Plate engravings include: "A Cinerary Vase from Piranesi" and "From a Vase in the Possession of His Majesty" The images measure about 5" X 4" Framed they measure 9 1/4" X 8 1/8" Matted with black fabric Very good condition but the inside aspect of the glass is soiled and not in contact with the engravings
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