Description
This rare print shows a view on a allegoric scene with monkeys stirring a fire in which canons are being produced. Around the scene monkeys are sitting on canons. On top we see a donkey between two monkeys and below an owl with spread wings is surrounded between two monkeys.
Made by an anonymous engraver/artist.
Medium: Engraving / etching on hand laid (verge) paper.
Sheet size: 13 x 12.3 cm (5.12 x 4.84 inch). Image size: 13 x 12.3 cm. (5.12 x 4.84 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Small margins. Fold. Remains of glue and paper in corners. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
ALLEGORIC-ANIMALS-MONKEYS-CANON-WAR-OWL-DONKEY | RBOS-A10-20
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
This print was published ca 1700.
Provenance: A monogram from a previous owner is drawn on the reverse.



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