Bernard Picart (French, 1673-1733) "Temple of Mars Ultor, Forum Augustus, Rome" and "Temple of Venus Genetrix, Forum Caesar, Rome" pair of engravings 1719, each inscribed "B. Picart sculp direxit" lower left, likely inspired by drawings by Andrea Palladio (Italian, 1508-1580). Attractively matted, glazed and framed alike. each sight 13-1/2" x 19"
In overall good condition with scattered foxing, areas of yellowing of paper, and some soiling. Buckling of paper within frame. All consistent with age and material. Central vertical crease inherent to prints having originally been bound. Ink maintains intensity.
Bernard Picart (French, 1673-1733) "Temple of Mars Ultor, Forum Augustus, Rome" and "Temple of Venus Genetrix, Forum Caesar, Rome" pair of engravings 1719, each inscribed "B. Picart sculp direxit" lower left, likely inspired by drawings by Andrea Palladio (Italian, 1508-1580). Attractively matted, glazed and framed alike. each sight 13-1/2" x 19"
In overall good condition with scattered foxing, areas of yellowing of paper, and some soiling. Buckling of paper within frame. All consistent with age and material. Central vertical crease inherent to prints having originally been bound. Ink maintains intensity.
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