Bible. The Death of Antiochus - Original Engraving - Freman 1701
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Original late 17th century line engraving on laid paper, drawn by G. Freman. The death of Antiochus IV Epiphanes before his army (1 Maccabees 6). Numbered 166, with an angel cartouche and the arms of the dedicatee, Robert Gay of Walcott, near Bath.
Original late 17th century line engraving on laid paper, drawn by G. Freman. The death of Antiochus IV Epiphanes before his army (1 Maccabees 6). Numbered 166, with an angel cartouche and the arms of the dedicatee, Robert Gay of Walcott, near Bath.
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, hence the different dedication and coat of arms on each subject. 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 light damp staining in the margins.
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Original late 17th century line engraving on laid paper, drawn by G. Freman. The death of Antiochus IV Epiphanes before his army (1 Maccabees 6). Numbered 166, with an angel cartouche and the arms of the dedicatee, Robert Gay of Walcott, near Bath.