Fernando Strina

Sphinx Fresco - Etching by Fernando Strina - 18th Century

18th Century

Fresco from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Fernando Strina in the 18th Century. Signed on the plate. Good conditions. The etching belongs to the p...

Sphinxes from Ancient Rome, from the Series "Antiquities of Herculaneum Exposed", original etching from the end of the 18th Century, made by Various Old Masters. In very good condition, except for some stains along the margins. In this artwork are represented two sphinxes on the sides and a face in the center. On the lower center of the margin, the typical unit of measurement is shown: Palmo Napolitano and Palmo Romano. On the back, printed writings certainly derived from. Signed on the right and the left lower margins: G.M and Secondo de Angely...

Sphinx - Ancient Roman Frescoes, from the series "Antiquities of Herculaneum", is an original etching on paper realized by Anonymous Artist in the 18th century. Monogrammed on the p...

Fresco from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Fernando Strina in the 18th Century. Signed on the plate. Good conditions. The etching belongs to the p...

The two engravings displayed side by side depict monumental structures from ancient Egypt and are dated to the late 18th century. They are both examples of European interest in documenting and exploring Egyptian antiquities during the period of early exploration and fascination with the ancient world. ### Image 1: Profile View of the Remains of the Sphinx near the Pyramids of Egypt - Subject: The Sphinx, one of Egypt's most iconic monuments, is shown with its body largely buried in sand, as it was during this period before modern excavations. The figures atop and around the Sphinx provide scale and show the magnitude of the monument. The image also captures European explorers and researchers measuring the Sphinx, emphasizing the curiosity and study of ancient civilizations. - Age: This engraving likely dates from the late 18th century, during a time when European expeditions to Egypt were becoming more common, particularly following Napoleon's campaign in the late 1790s, which sparked Egyptomania across Europe. - Maker: The engraving is credited to Denon and Lege, both of whom were active artists and engravers during this time. Dominique Vivant Denon...

Wonderful image of The Sphinx of Giza Fine copper-plate engraving Published C.1810 Unframed. Free shipping

Set ancient Roman frescos from the series "Antiquities of Herculaneum", an original etching on paper by Nicola Fiorillo in the 18th Century. Three hand colored copper engravings of classical roman. Each print is matted in a custom made silk mat that matches the clothing. Engraving with two figures measures 21.25" x 18.25". The other two prints measure 20.5" x 16.5". Size includes mat. # greek Pompeii Grand tour

Monumental Classical Allegory, Large Horizontal Engraving from Montfaucon, 1721 Description: This impressive large-format engraving originates from Bernard de Montfaucon’s monumenta...