Classical Narrative Engravings

Artworks depicting classical scenes and narratives, featuring detailed figures and action in copper engravings and etchings, reflecting historical storytelling.

Copper engraving by Robert Nanteuil from 1643-1678 depicting an eagle, putto, crown, and two angels with the Gonzaga coat of arms.

Etching by Hieronymus Hopfer, created between 1520 and 1550, showing 24 distinct German coats of arms and 19 additional heraldic designs.

Etching by Giovanni Battista Franco depicting a scene from the Old Testament, created between 1530 and 1561, showing biblical figures, narrative action, and symbolic elements.

Etching by Joseph Fischer showing studies of heads and figures, created between 1790 and 1822, depicting human anatomy, posture, and facial expressions.

Wooden stitch book illustrations by Oscar Pletsch from 1874 and 1881 depicting title leaves, nest crowns, and playmates, emphasizing playful interactions and detailed composition.

Daniel Nikolaus Chodowieckis 1785 etching illustrates a scene from Smolletts novel Peregrine Pickle, showing characters, interior and exterior settings, and narrative action in 18th-century book illustration.

Etching by Jost Amman from the second half of the 16th century depicting monthly scenes, showing figures, seasonal activities, and landscape.

A 1556 woodcut map by Heinrich Vogtherr the Elder depicting Gallia, showing geographic regions, rivers, and urban centers.

Woodcut series by Hans Holbein the Younger from 1545-1562 depicting Imagines Mortis, illustrating human figures and allegories of death.

Portrait of an unknown merchant from Kashmir in Shimla; Cashmiri. From Cashmere. Mussulman. Simla. .

Dancing couple with backs together, Anonymous, After Heinrich Aldegrever, 1538 - 1580 print paper engraving dancing at wedding feast. one pair dancing; man and woman dancing as a couple

Etching by Michel Dorigny from 1638 depicting various personifications.

Engraving by Frederick Bloemaert depicting figure studies of a Landsknecht, part of a sign book, created using copper engraving and etching between 1650 and 1656.

An etching by Benigno Bossi depicting various heads, created between 1747 and 1792, illustrating facial features and expressions in portrait studies.

Copper engraving and etching by Virgil Solis from 1576 depicting images of the kings of France with detailed facial features, clothing, and regal posture.

Etching by Jan Lutma II depicting the four-streamed fountain of Piazza Navona in Rome, created around 1652.

L. Garreau created an etching in the 18th to mid-19th century depicting planting activities, showing figures, tools, and cultivated land.

"Etching by Antonio Tempesta from 1575-1630 depicting scenes from the Old Testament, showing biblical figures, actions, gestures, and narrative compositions."

Auguste Vacquerie 1853-56 Charles Victor Hugo French. Auguste Vacquerie 286657

Etching by Joseph Fischer depicting Johann Wilhelm Bauer, created after 1822, illustrating the figure in portrait form with detailed depiction.

Copper engraving by Anthonis van Dyck depicting a portrait of Frans Snyders, created between 1633 and 1670.

View of wood carving in the Norwegian part of the World Exhibition of 1885 in Antwerp, Anonymous, c. 1880 - in or before 1885 photomechanical print Antwerp paper world fair, world exhibition Antwerp

Etching by various engravers showing several figures, produced between 1717 and 1726.

Five oak sculptures of Biblical figures from the Holy Savior Church in Hakendover, drawn up at an exhibition on religious objects from the Middle Ages and Renaissance in 1864 in Mechelen, Joseph Maes, 1864 photograph Mechelen photographic support albumen print piece of sculpture, reproduction of a piece of sculpture (+ wood, e.g.: panel ~ arts). New Testament Mechelen

Etching by Karl Rahl depicting German literary masterpieces, including figures, text, and book illustration elements from 1794-1843.

Portrait of the El Lidka in a coronation costume; Lesser, Aleksander (1814-1884); 1830-1884 (1830-00-00-1884-00-00);Czech Republic, Elżbieta Przemyślidka (Queen of the Czech Republic - 1292-1330), Elżbieta Przemyślidka (Queen of the Czech Republic - 1292-1330) - iconography, Lesser, Aleksander (1814-1884), Lesser, Aleksander (1814-1884) - collections, Lesser, Wiktor Stanisław Zygmunt (Baron - 1853-1935), Lesser, Wiktor Stanisław Zygmunt (Baron - 1853-1935) - collection, gift (provenance), queen, personalities, foreign personalities, portraits, female portraits, women's portraits, clothing, foreign clothes

Bliżej Kultury unknown

Copper engraving by Jérôme David illustrating the Parable of the Rich Man, created in the 17th century, depicting the biblical story with multiple figures.

Etching and aquatint by Frederick Christian Lewis the Older created between 1837 and 1840 showing a landscape after Claude Lorrain, with classical architecture and natural scenery.

Photo production of a print by François Forster from the Madonna della Rosa by Rafaël. .

Sculpture of a hunter and a deer by presumably Jean-Baptiste Joseph Debay, exhibited at the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations of 1851 in London, Anonymous, 1851 photograph London photographic support salted paper print piece of sculpture, reproduction of a piece of sculpture. hoofed animals: stag London

Etching by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki from 1793 depicting historical scenes across older, medium, and recent periods with figures, architecture, and compositional elements.

Setup with gilded bronze statues from Vittoz on the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations from 1851 in London, Anonymous, 1851 photograph London photographic support salted paper print piece of sculpture, reproduction of a piece of sculpture London

Plate VI. Thomas Annan (Scottish,1829 - 1887)

Colored woodcut from 1473 illustrating Boccaccio's 'The Woman Claris', showing a seated female figure with drapery and expressive gestures.

Six figure studies, Adam von Bartsch, after Rembrandt van Rijn, 1783 print paper etching

Etching executed by Joseph Fischer after 1822, following works by F. C. Bourgeois.

Sculptuur la serenade, anonymous, c. 1880 - in gold before 1885 photomechanical print paper piece of sculpture, reproduction of a piece of sculpture. serenade to the beloved

Cover of Engelbrecht II of Nassau in the Grote Kerk in Breda, Anonymous, After Christoffel Plantijn, c. 1876 - in or before 1881 photomechanical print BredaAntwerpafter design by: Antwerp paper collotype / photolithography grave, tomb Big church

Photo productions from prints to frescoes with performances by Adam and Eva by Rafaël for the loggias in the Vatican, Gustav Schauer, After Anonymous, After Rafaël, c. 1851 - In or Before 1861 photograph Berlin photographic support albumen print Temptation and Fall (scenes with both Adam and Eve). Eve offers the fruit to Adam

Copper engraving by Bartholomäus Kilian from 1674 depicting portraits of Wilhelm Ludwig, Duke of Württemberg, showing face, attire, and figure.

Woodcut by Albrecht Dürer's workshop depicting a partial representation of the honorary gate of Emperor Maximilian I, created in 1515 and printed between 1526 and 1559, showing architectural features and decorative elements.

Balthasar Jenichen's 1571 etching 'View of the Island of Cyprus' presents a detailed depiction of Cyprus, showcasing the island's coastline, settlements, and maritime activity. The work reflects the cartographic interests of the Renaissance period.

Eastern view of Canajoharie.. Stone, William L. (William Leete) (1792-1844). Prints, Illustrations. 1825. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Print Collection. Erie Canal (N.Y.), Canajoharie (N.Y.)

Copper engraving by Joseph Fischer after works by Alexandre Vallée, Nicolas Drusse, Jacques Fournier, Gaspar JSAC, Clement Metteau, Robert Boissard, Charles Audran, Henri Picart, Jean Picart, Charl and Jerome David, and Jean Boulanger, created after 1822.

Man shines text on a stone with a torch, Carl August Lebschee, 1827 - 1828 print On the stone is text in German. paper etching night ~ landscape (sometimes titled 'Nox'). torch

Copper engraving and etching by Chastillon around 1818 depicting an Egyptian sculpture, showing hieroglyphics, posture, and stylistic elements of ancient Egypt.

Johannes Otmar's 1507 colored woodcut illustrates scenes from the German Bible, combining detailed figures, text, and decorative elements.

Copper engraving by Cornelis Bloemaert depicting the Farnese Hercules, a classical sculpture figure showing muscular anatomy and heroic posture.

Etching by Jean Moyreau from 1729 titled 'The Waterfall - Aquae Lapsus', depicting a natural waterfall scene with flowing water and surrounding landscape features in fine engraving style.

Copper engraving and etching by Pierre Savart from 1773 depicting a portrait of Jacques Benigne Bossuet with precise late baroque engraving style.

Drei Apostel, Simon Petrus, Matthäus, Matthias aus, the art of knowing men by physiognomy, von Johann Caspar Lavater, Band , After, Anthonis Van Dyck , artist

An etching compilation after 1822 by Joseph Fischer illustrating works by various artists including Johann Christoph Dietsch, Martin Speer, Johann Georg Kraer, and others, documenting early 19th-century European art.

François Boucher created etchings from 1717 to 1726 depicting Savoy and a man viewed from the back holding a guitar, illustrating early 18th-century European musical and figural representations.

Colored woodcut by Lucas Cranach the Younger depicting Count Albrecht of Mansfeld, 16th century, showing detailed portrait, noble attire, and heraldic symbols.

Christmas and New Year cards depicting children, birds, adults, kissing, a drum, watermelon, winter and flowers.. Proofs, Greeting cards. 1865 - 1899. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Print Collection. Children and adults, Kissing

Sinaitic Inscriptions in Wadee El-Mukattab, Sinai. Francis Frith (English, 1822 - 1898)

Six performances with the short poems by Ludwig Hölty, Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, 1793 print Berlin paper etching grave digger. churchyard, cemetery. folk dancing (men and women together). coffin. pond, pool. weeping. the corpse. vigils and wakes ~ burial rites

Golden bronze console, onyx table of Algeria, by carrier-belluse.

This etching by Joseph Fischer, produced after 1822, depicts Jean van der Bruggen and Jacques Gole, showing detailed portraiture, attire, and formal posture.

Etching after 1822 by Joseph Fischer, following Ch. N. Cochin, depicting figures, composition, and decorative details.

El Greco: Tři andělé. El Greco (cont'd). Periodicals. 1911 - 1913. General Research Division. Modernism (Art), Czech literature , 20th century, Art, Arts , Czechoslovakia

Copper engraving and etching by Lucas Vorsterman depicting a portrait of Justus Lipse, showing facial features, attire, and compositional arrangement, produced between 1610 and 1675.

Engraving by Nicolas Pitau the Younger from 1687-1724 depicting Fréderic Léonard with his wife and children. The print shows figures, faces, attire, poses, and composition in 17th-18th century European style.

Etching by Joseph Fischer after 1822 reproducing works of Johann Elias Ridinger, showing hunting scenes, animals, and rural landscapes in detailed engraving.

Copper engraving by Hendrick Goltzius created between 1578 and 1618 depicting multiple portraits, showing human figures, facial features, attire, and traditional composition.

Etching by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn depicting various heads, created between 1626 and 1669 using pinnate etching techniques.

An 1849 woodcut by Hans Holbein the Younger illustrating an alphabet accompanied by the Dance of Death motif, with figures and symbolic elements.

Copper engravings and etchings of Madame de Montespan and Louise de la Vallière by Auguste de Saint Aubin between 1755 and 1807.

Etching after 1822 by Joseph Fischer reproducing Raphaels Room of the Segnatura in the Vatican, showing Renaissance fresco details and architectural setting.

Etching by Joseph Fischer after 1822 illustrating Edme Bouchardon, noted sculptor and architect, in volume I.

Etching by Joseph Fischer depicting Pierre Woeiriot of Bouzey in Lorraine, created after 1822, showing the artist in a historical portrait style.

III. Výstava Skupiny v Obecním domě. Kronika a poznámky (cont'd). Periodicals. 1911 - 1913. General Research Division. Modernism (Art), Czech literature , 20th century, Art, Arts , Czechoslovakia, Art exhibitions

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Portraits of the Wives of Emperors 1587 Anonymous This print comes from the museums copy of the Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae (The Mirror of Roman Magnificence) The Speculum found its origin in the publishing endeavors of Antonio Salamanca and Antonio Lafreri. During their Roman publishing careers, the two foreign publishers - who worked together between 1553 and 1563 - initiated the production of prints recording art works, architecture and city views related to Antique and Modern Rome. The prints could be bought individually by tourists and collectors, but were also purchased in larger groups which were often bound together in an album. In 1573, Lafreri commissioned a title page for this purpose, which is where the title ‘Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae first appears. Lafreri envisioned an ideal arrangement of the prints in 7 different categories, but during his lifetime, never appears to have offered one standard, bound set of prints. Instead, cl

Etching after 1822 by Joseph Fischer showing wooden engravings of doubtful rooms, attributed to Albert Dürer, highlighting architectural and compositional details.

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