The Apprehension of Robespierre.... [&] The Death of Robiespierre...
Barbier invenit. Engraved by James Aliprandi. [&] Painted by T. Beys. Engraved by James Idnarpila.
London, Published April 1. 1796. [&] London Published the 30. of June 1799.
Two stipple engravings. Each 410 x 290mm, 16 x 11½". Large margins.
The arrest and execution on the guillotine of Maximilien Robespierre (1758-94), the most famous figure of the French Revolution. It is interesting that Aliprandi's name appears engraved backwards on the second plate.
[Ref: 19974] £350.00
London, Published April 1. 1796. [&] London Published the 30. of June 1799.
Two stipple engravings. Each 410 x 290mm, 16 x 11½". Large margins.
The arrest and execution on the guillotine of Maximilien Robespierre (1758-94), the most famous figure of the French Revolution. It is interesting that Aliprandi's name appears engraved backwards on the second plate.
[Ref: 19974] £350.00