The Murther of Abel - Original Van Hove Engraving - Blome Bible, 1701
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Original line engraving of the death of Abel at the hands of Cain, cut by Frederick H. van Hove after a drawing by G. Freman. Below the image are the original engraved title, "The Murther of Abel", the reference "Genesis Ch. 4" and the number 5.
Original line engraving of the death of Abel at the hands of Cain, cut by Frederick H. van Hove after a drawing by G. Freman. Below the image are the original engraved title, "The Murther of Abel", the reference "Genesis Ch. 4" and the number 5.
From the illustrated Bible history published by Richard Blome in London in 1701, one of the most ambitious English engraved Bibles of its day. Van Hove, a Dutch engraver settled in London, was one of the most sought-after burins in late 17th century England.
Medium: Copper engraving on laid paper
Artist: G. Freman
Engraver: Frederick H. van Hove
Date: 1701
Source: "History of the Bible", published by Richard Blome, London
Dimensions: 10.1 x 15.6 in (25.6 x 39.5 cm)
Condition: Laid paper with overall toning and light stains and creases in the margins; the plate mark clean and the impression strong.
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Original line engraving of the death of Abel at the hands of Cain, cut by Frederick H. van Hove after a drawing by G. Freman. Below the image are the original engraved title, "The Murther of Abel", the reference "Genesis Ch. 4" and the number 5.