Description:
- Engraving corresponding to Plate 43 of Civilization, belonging to the Popular Illustrated Encyclopedia of Sciences and Arts, compiled by Federico Gillman, and based on the Iconographic Encyclopedia and the Conversations Lexicon of Germany.
- The engraving depicts events and figures from the 16th and 17th centuries, including processional attire in Nuremberg in the 16th century and German popular entertainments from 1535.
- The title “CIVILIZATION” appears in the upper margin, and “Plate 43” is printed in the upper right corner, identifying it as Engraving number 43 in a series on civilizations.
- The identifications of the various events and figures are located in the lower margin, such as: a German official in charge of giving toasts at the feasts of 1674, etc.
- This is an etching on steel, although other techniques may also have been used.
- Printed in black ink, with excellent ink coverage, centered with acceptable margins, and with good printing.
- The presence of any distinctive mark, brand, or hallmark on the print is crucial for identifying information such as the engraver, the artist, the printing location, and other details.
Conservation and Damage:
- Overall condition: Good.
- The print is on medium-thickness paper of fair quality.
- The paper is free of rust stains.
- The print has small tears and creases along the edges and corners.
- With cleaning, the result could be quite acceptable.
Comments:
- Measurements are approximate.
- Ideal print as a decorative piece.
- The colors in the photos may not accurately reflect the actual colors.
- The print for sale is the one shown in the photos. The description is not a detailed examination of the print. - The data provided here are unverified personal opinions.
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