This authentic 18th-century copperplate engraving, titled Ambianaeus, is a highly important ethnographic work published in Augsburg, Germany by the celebrated printmaker and art publisher Jeremias Wolff (1663–1724).
The plate belongs to Wolff's highly rare and prestigious series of 24 depictions of women and men from various regions of the world (circa 1720).
Dimensions
13.5ʺW × 5ʺD × 18ʺH
Styles
Baroque
Art Subjects
Portrait
Frame Type
Framed
Period
Mid 18th Century
Country of Origin
Germany
Item Type
Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
Materials
Etching
Condition
Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
Color
Army Green
Condition Notes
The 18th-century plate showcases beautifully preserved, vibrant period-accurate hand-coloring and pristine gold leaf accents
This authentic 18th-century copperplate engraving, titled Ambianaeus, is a highly important ethnographic work published in Augsburg, Germany by the celebrated printmaker and art publisher Jeremias Wolff (1663–1724).
The plate belongs to Wolff's highly rare and prestigious series of 24 depictions of women and men from various regions of the world (circa 1720).
Dimensions
13.5ʺW × 5ʺD × 18ʺH
Styles
Baroque
Art Subjects
Portrait
Frame Type
Framed
Period
Mid 18th Century
Country of Origin
Germany
Item Type
Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
Materials
Etching
Condition
Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
Color
Army Green
Condition Notes
The 18th-century plate showcases beautifully preserved, vibrant period-accurate hand-coloring and pristine gold leaf accents
