Original burin engraving of the late 17th century with the portrait of Isaac Barrow (1630-1677), first holder of the Lucasian chair at Cambridge, which he gave up in 1669 to his pupil Isaac Newton. The oval carries the Latin caption with his titles and the date 1676. Signed M. Vander Gucht fecit.
Original burin engraving of the late 17th century with the portrait of Isaac Barrow (1630-1677), first holder of the Lucasian chair at Cambridge, which he gave up in 1669 to his pupil Isaac Newton. The oval carries the Latin caption with his titles and the date 1676. Signed M. Vander Gucht fecit.
Medium: Copper engraving (burin).
Engraver: Michael Vander Gucht (Antwerp, 1660 - London, 1725).
Dimensions: Image 5.7 x 3.5 in (14.5 x 8.8 cm).
Condition: Good condition. Trimmed inside the plate mark and presented on a support. Paper of good tone, without noticeable stains or tears.