Original 18th century copper engraving of St Aloysius Gonzaga, of the Society of Jesus, kneeling on clouds between two small angels. The engraved title "S. Aloy.us Gonzaga Soc. Iesu" and the signature of the Italian engraver Hier. Carattoni appear below. The saint is the patron of students.
Original 18th century copper engraving of St Aloysius Gonzaga, of the Society of Jesus, kneeling on clouds between two small angels. The engraved title "S. Aloy.us Gonzaga Soc. Iesu" and the signature of the Italian engraver Hier. Carattoni appear below. The saint is the patron of students.
Medium: Copper engraving (burin) on laid paper.
Engraver: Hieronymus (Hier.) Carattoni.
Date: 18th century.
Dimensions: 2.7 x 4.1 in (6.9 x 10.5 cm).
Condition: Good. Paper somewhat toned, with slight foxing specks and light creasing in the margins.