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Condition: Excellent
Manufacturer: Swainese
This partial view from Andrea Mantegna's celebrated print entitled "Sea Monsters" is wonderfully displayed in this 1816 lithograph. It is from William Young Ottley's book, An Inquiry into The Origin And Early History of Engraving Upon Copper and In Wood, with An Account of Engravers And Their Works, From The Invention of Chalcography By Maso Finiguerra, to the Time of Marc Antonio Raimondi. Engraving by Swainese from the original drawing by Andrea Mantegna. Print is on 19th Century, heavy white woven paper with some discoloration around the outer edges. This print measures approx. 8" x 10 1/2" and is in excellent condition. Matte sold seperately.
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A note on the source: William Ottley compiled a small collection of engravings and published them in his book History of Engraving which was published in the early 19th century. The lithographed prints were of the highest quality and represent the works of some of the greatest artists of the past. Their attention to detail makes these originals some of the most sought after prints that will be the perfect compliment to your decor.
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