Original English engraving of 1782 with the Universal Deluge: the last survivors climb the rocks as the waters cover everything (Genesis VII, 12-22). Composed by Francis Hayman and enclosed in an ornamental border of great delicacy.
Original English engraving of 1782 with the Universal Deluge: the last survivors climb the rocks as the waters cover everything (Genesis VII, 12-22). Composed by Francis Hayman and enclosed in an ornamental border of great delicacy.
Medium: Copper engraving.
Artist / after: Francis Hayman (1708-1776).
Engraver: Thornton.
Date: 1782.
Source: The Rev. Dr. Wright's Complete British Family Bible, London.
Dimensions: 12.2 x 7.5 in (31 x 19 cm).
Condition: The image is good; foxing in the white margins.