TEMPLE OF VENUS AND ROME in Rome,1853 Copper Engraving
Published by Sprosse
- Signed
- Art / Print / Poster
- Used
Seller: Artisans-lane Maps & Prints, Sidney, BC, CanadaArtisans-lane Maps & Prints
AbeBooks seller since August 25, 2021
Condition: Used - Very good
£ 54.97
Quantity: 1 available
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This 1853 copper engraving by Carl Ferdinand Sprosse (1819 Leipzig – 1874), titled "TEMPIO DI VENERE E ROMA in Roma", presents a romanticized view of the ruins of the Temple of Venus and Roma, once the largest temple in ancient Rome, situated between the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. The scene is rendered in exquisite detail, capturing the monument’s partial preservation with its distinctive coffered vaulting still visible amidst nature’s reclamation. Vegetation has overtaken the upper ruins, and the intricate latticework of the apse dome contrasts against a dramatic sky filled with textured, voluminous clouds. Figures animatedly gather at the foot of the ruins, some seated and others engaged in conversation, lending a human scale and narrative to the archaeological remains. The engraving is signed "C. Sprosse 1853" in the lower right, authenticating its creation by the German draughtsman known for his skillful documentation of Italy's classical heritage. Sprosse's works catered to 19th-century European tastes for the picturesque and the classical, popular with travelers and scholars of the Grand Tour era. The print is in overall very good condition, with generous margins and a crisp impression; however, light foxing is visible throughout the border area, typical of antique paper but not detracting significantly from the image’s clarity. The plate mark is pronounced, and all printed text—including the title and location—is clearly legible. Approximate Overall Size: 14 ins x 11 ins . Approximate Image Size: 9 ins x 6 1/2 ins. Condition: Copper Engraving on Period Paper. Blank on the back. Excellent Condition. NOTE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE YOU PURCHASE: This is a GENUINE VINTAGE/ANTIQUE PRINT. It is NOT a modern reproduction, ie. a laser scan, photocopy etc. It is the original from the vintage/antique publication. This print was published on the date mentioned, or circa of the date mentioned at the top of the page. The term "print" is referred to an image on a piece of paper. The print I have for sale, like many vintage/antique prints that you see online, originate from an antique or vintage book or atlas publication. The publication may not always be known. If you have any questions, emails are welcome. Shipped Unmatted.…
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- TEMPLE OF VENUS AND ROME in Rome,1853 Copper Engraving
- Publisher
- Sprosse
- Condition
- very good
- Signed
- Signed by Author(s)
- Binding
- no binding
- Seller catalogs
- Prints of Italy, Religious
Artisans-lane Maps & Prints
Sidney, BC, Canada
AbeBooks seller since August 25, 2021
Shipping rates from Canada to U.S.A.
| Item | 10 to 16 business days | 5 to 12 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | £ 22.43 | £ 56.07 |
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WE ARE AN ONLINE BUSINESS ONLY and have been selling and collecting antique prints for over 20 years and have a large database of antique and collectible prints. **Regarding U.S. tariffs on shipments from Canada to USA:** Depending on the value of your item, shipping costs have been adjusted to reflect the additional tariffs resulting from the elimination of U.S. de minimis exemptions. **Regarding shipping to EU Countries**, depending on your location shipping will need to be by courier service offering DDP shipping. I have put a flat rate as the shipping but you may need to pay an extra shipping fee depending on what country the order needs to ship to.…
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Artisans-lane Maps & Prints
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