Bible. Victory of Judas Maccabeus - Original 17th Century Engraving - 1701
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Original late 17th century line engraving on laid paper, drawn by G. Freman. Judas Maccabeus defeats the troops of Lysias in a cavalry charge (1 Maccabees 4). Numbered 165, with a cartouche held by angels and the arms of the dedicatee, William Wombwell of Yorkshire.
Original late 17th century line engraving on laid paper, drawn by G. Freman. Judas Maccabeus defeats the troops of Lysias in a cavalry charge (1 Maccabees 4). Numbered 165, with a cartouche held by angels and the arms of the dedicatee, William Wombwell of Yorkshire.
From The History of the Old and New Testament, the illustrated Bible published by Richard Blome in London (1701 edition). Blome financed his books by subscription, which is why each engraving carries the dedication and arms of a different sponsor. A book leaf, with letterpress text on the verso.
Medium: Copper engraving on laid paper
Artist: G. Freman
Date: 1701
Source: R. Blome, The History of the Old and New Testament, London
Dimensions: 10.1 x 15.6 in (25.6 x 39.5 cm)
Condition: Good condition, with toning of the paper and small damp stains in the margins.
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Original late 17th century line engraving on laid paper, drawn by G. Freman. Judas Maccabeus defeats the troops of Lysias in a cavalry charge (1 Maccabees 4). Numbered 165, with a cartouche held by angels and the arms of the dedicatee, William Wombwell of Yorkshire.