FRAGMENT OF SCULPTURE OF MERCURY PL XVIII 1809
£30
Unusual fragment from a sculpture of Mercury from a selection of rare plates from one of the most important books on Abcient Sculpture in the first half of the Ninettenth century.
"Specimens of Antient Sculpture, Aegyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman: Selected from Different Collections in Great Britain" is a notable publication associated with the Society of Dilettanti. This work, published in 1809, is a lavish and scholarly volume that showcases a selection of ancient sculptures from various British collections. It was part of the Society's ongoing efforts to promote the study and appreciation of classical art.
"Specimens of Antient Sculpture," played a crucial role in shaping the cultural and artistic landscape of Europe during the Enlightenment and beyond. Their work helped to establish the foundations of modern archaeology and art history.
Extremely fine stipple engraving by J Agar
Very good condition
John Samuel Agar (1773-1858) was an English portrait painter and engraver, who exhibited his works at the Royal Academy from 1796 to 1806 and at the British Institution until 1811. He did not exhibit again until 1836.[ He had been declared bankrupt in February of the previous year.
He was at one time president of the Society of Engravers. His engravings were chiefly in stipple.
code : P1795
Cartographer : J AGAR Society of Dilettanti.
Date : 1809 London
Size : plate 28*23 cms sheet c. 37*29 cms
availability : Available
Price : £30
"Specimens of Antient Sculpture, Aegyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman: Selected from Different Collections in Great Britain" is a notable publication associated with the Society of Dilettanti. This work, published in 1809, is a lavish and scholarly volume that showcases a selection of ancient sculptures from various British collections. It was part of the Society's ongoing efforts to promote the study and appreciation of classical art.
