German Romantic Engravings, Dramatic Conflict Scenes, Minerva 1817

€ 240

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1817
Mapmaker / artist: Anonymous engraver, Germany, published 1817
Technique: Copper engraving
Sheet size: 28.7 × 22.6 cm (11.3 × 8.9 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14127-4

What the condition grades mean

Excellent: Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good: Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good: Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair: Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

Period-mounted engravings on paper. Mount shows uneven trimming, light toning, and handling wear consistent with age. Engraved images remain strong and legible.

About this sheet

German Romantic Engravings, Dramatic Conflict Scenes, Minerva 1817
Issued in 1817 as part of the German Taschenbuch Minerva, this engraved sheet depicts a series of dramatic conflict scenes rendered in the Romantic style. The imagery emphasizes tension, action, and expressive body language, reflecting the theatrical and literary tastes of the period.

German Taschenbücher combined literature and illustration to create refined annual publications, and engravings such as this were integral to their appeal. The scenes were designed to be read sequentially, creating a visual narrative that complements the written word.

The sheet remains intact as issued, preserving its original structure.

Condition Report:
Period-mounted engravings on paper. Mount shows uneven trimming, light toning, and handling wear consistent with age. Engraved images remain strong and legible.

Framing Tips:
A darker frame with understated matting will reinforce the dramatic atmosphere of the scenes.