Description
Rare engraving depicting the Biblical parable of Susanna and the Elders. Oval scene within a rectangular frame with decorative burning hearts in the corners.
Made by after an anonymous artist.
Medium: Engraving on hand laid (verge) paper. Watermark: unclear fragment.
Sheet size: 17.7 x 23.8 cm (6.97 x 9.37 inch). Image size: 17.3 x 23.4 cm. (6.81 x 9.21 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Trimmed at or near plate mark, light toning, soiling. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
SUSANNA, ELDERS, BIBLICAL, NICOLAES DE BRUYN, RELIGIOUS, OVAL SCENE, ENGRAVING | PCO-EXPO-69
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Source: unknown, to be determined.
Reference: Hollstein Dutch 30.
Biography engraver: Nicolaes de Bruyn (1571-1656): Born in Antwerp, trained under Crispijn de Passe, primarily active in Rotterdam, known for intricate engravings.
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