Original antique engraving with Saint Monica, mother of Saint Augustine, standing with a handkerchief in her hand and, behind her, the figure of her son writing. Signed with the initials "A. R." (Antonio Rodríguez, draftsman) and "V. C." (Vicente Capilla, engraver) in the lower corners.
Original antique engraving with Saint Monica, mother of Saint Augustine, standing with a handkerchief in her hand and, behind her, the figure of her son writing. Signed with the initials "A. R." (Antonio Rodríguez, draftsman) and "V. C." (Vicente Capilla, engraver) in the lower corners.
Medium: Copper engraving on paper
Artist / after: Antonio Rodríguez
Engraver: Vicente Capilla
Date: Late 18th - early 19th century (from the artists' dates)
Dimensions: 2.8 x 3.6 in (7.2 x 9.1 cm)
Condition: A cut at the upper side, held on the verso with adhesive tape. Paper slightly toned with an occasional foxing spot; image intact and well printed.