Original antique engraving by Alejandro Laborde (Alexandre Laborde) of the rear courtyard of the Poblet Monastery and the cloister of the Locutory in the background.
Provenance: Voyage pittoresque et historique de l'Espagne. It was a travel book by the Frenchman Alexandre de Laborde, published in four volumes between 1806 and 1820. Alexandre Laborde's 'Picturesque Journey' helped spread the romantic vision of Spain abroad. The work's patron was Godoy. Contains first-hand archaeological data and beautiful English-style landscapes.
Artist: based on a work by Ligier (1780- ).
Engraving by: Antoine Michel Filhol (French 1759 -1812).
Print dimensions: 35 x 25 cm.
Date: 1810-1811.
Good condition.