Description:
- Engraving corresponding to Plate 21 of Architecture, belonging to the Popular Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Science and Arts, produced by Federico Gillman, and based on the Iconographic Encyclopaedia and the Conversations Lexicon of Germany.
- The engraving shows several rooms, the mosque of Cordoba, the Alcázar of Seville, the Patio de los Leones of the Alhambra, etc.
- The upper margin bears the title ‘ARCHITECTURE’, and the upper right corner is printed with ‘Lam. 21’, which identifies it as Engraving number 21 in a series on architecture.
- The lower margin contains the identifications of the different rooms.
- Etched engraving on steel, although another technique could also have been used.
- Produced in a single black tone, very well inked, centred with acceptable margins and good printing.
- The fact that the engraving has a distinctive mark or contrast is very important in order to identify details such as the engraver, the artist, the place where it was printed and other details.
Conservation and Damage:
- Overall condition: good.
- The engraving is on medium-weight paper of average quality.
- The paper is somewhat dirty, but has hardly any rust stains.
- The engraving has small tears and creases on the edges and corners.
- If cleaned, the result could be very acceptable.
Comments:
- Measurements are approximate.
- Ideal as a decorative item.
- The colours in the photos do not match the actual colours.
- The engraving for sale is the one shown in the photos. The description is not a detailed account of the item.
- The information provided here is based on personal opinions and has not been verified.
5072 - ARCHITECTURAL ENGRAVING 21. MOSQUE OF CÓRDOBA, ALC...