Ethnography · 19th century
€ 180
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
General age-related toning. Minor wear, blank verso. Please review the images for further condition details.
Antique print titled 'Dio della Voluttà, Dell'Immortalita'. Lithograph of statues of Chinese Deities: Kin-gan or Chin-hoan, god of tutelage, Ni-ni-fo or Fo-tek god of voluptuousness, and god of immortality with deer and crane. This print originates from 'Il Costume Antico e Moderno (..)' by G. Ferrario.
Artists and Engravers: Giulio Ferrario was founder of the 'Societa Tipografica de Classici Italiani' and served as the director of the Braidense National Library in Milan, Italy.
Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Minor wear, blank verso. Please study image carefully.
Date: 1823
Overall size: 22 x 14 cm.
Image size: 18 x 12 cm.
They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space.
