Perseus cautiously relating to Andromeda_the transforming power of Medusa's head.
Drawn by I.B. Cipriani. Engraved by F. Bartolozzi R.A. Historical Engraver to His Majesty.
[London, Published May 1.st 1789, by E.M. Diemar, No.114 Strand.]
Stipple and etching. 272 x 198mm. 10¾ x 7¾". Publication line cut. Surface scratching in the body of Perseus. Trimmed.
Perseus, naked kneeling on a river shore, holding the head of Medusa in his right hand, the reflection in the water; Andromeda, looking at the head from behind him.
De Vesme: 478; iv/iv.
[Ref: 20444] £130.00
[London, Published May 1.st 1789, by E.M. Diemar, No.114 Strand.]
Stipple and etching. 272 x 198mm. 10¾ x 7¾". Publication line cut. Surface scratching in the body of Perseus. Trimmed.
Perseus, naked kneeling on a river shore, holding the head of Medusa in his right hand, the reflection in the water; Andromeda, looking at the head from behind him.
De Vesme: 478; iv/iv.
[Ref: 20444] £130.00