Framed Engraving "The Cavalry Commander"


Item Number: 263

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $100

Online Close: Apr 6, 2009 7:00 PM EDT

Bid History: 1 bid - Item Sold!


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Antique engraving of "The Cavalry Commander" by Danish Neoclassical sculptor Bertel Thorwaldsen (1770-1844).  The figure of the ancient Greek commander shown on horseback in relief. Engraved by Pietro Aureli, Rome 1831.  Plate no. 29, from Intera Collezione di Tutte Opere dal Cav. Alberto Thorwaldsen, dedicate a Sue Eccellenza Rodolfo Conte di Lutzov.  Donated by Sue Adams and Stuart Taylor - Jade and Blue Rooms



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The image plate size 10 3/4" x 7 5/8" (excluding mount & frame).  Engraving on paper, with wooden frame



Value: $100

Donated by

Susan Adams and Stuart Taylor