Print Description
An alligorical pen-and-ink drawing of a partially clad man in a contemplative stance and rock in hand, standing near a chained lion (“victory”), with an open bible, crucifix (“religion”), an hourglass with skull on top (“memento mori”) and decorative window arches in view.
Made by an anonymous engraver/artist.
Medium: Pen and ink drawing on hand-laid (verge) paper.
Sheet size: 18 x 23 cm (7.09 x 9.06 inch).
Condition: fair, given age. Some creases, small holes in the upper section, tear at bottom right, old fold lines and soiling; otherwise intact and stable. Sold waf. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
ANONYMOUS DRAWING, RELIGIOUS ART, CHAINED LION, CRUCIFIX, PEN AND INK, C.1700, CONTEMPLATION, CHRISTIAN THEMES | PCO-EXPO-475
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Source: unknown, to be determined.
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