Original copper engraving with the worship of the golden calf: the people dance and prostrate themselves before the idol raised on its pedestal while Mount Sinai smokes in the distance. Signed by Basire at the lower right, with the reference to Exodus 32. Book leaf.
Original copper engraving with the worship of the golden calf: the people dance and prostrate themselves before the idol raised on its pedestal while Mount Sinai smokes in the distance. Signed by Basire at the lower right, with the reference to Exodus 32. Book leaf.
Medium: Copper engraving.
Engraver: J. Basire.
Date: 18th century.
Dimensions: Sheet 10.1 x 15.6 in (25.7 x 39.7 cm).
Condition: Toned paper with scattered foxing and remains of old mounting along the lower edge; the image within the plate mark clean.