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Pair of Dressage Prints
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Pair of Dressage Prints

19th century
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Decorative pair of 19th century coloured prints after Johann Elias Ridinger (1698-1767), Each print is inscribed below and depict a different equitation move. They are mounted in simple gilt frames.

Dimensions - 55 x 54 cm (each)

Physical Dimensions
Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
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Rue des Fontenelles has dated this Antique Dressage Prints Pair to the 19th Century.

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SA1158899
Description
Decorative pair of 19th century coloured prints after Johann Elias Ridinger (1698-1767), Each print is inscribed below and depict a different equitation move. They are mounted in simple gilt frames.

Dimensions - 55 x 54 cm (each)

Height
55cm (21.65")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Rue des Fontenelles has dated this Antique Dressage Prints Pair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1158899
Rue des Fontenelles
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2015

Specialists in french antiiques, decorative objects and french and european paintings.

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A pair of framed antique equestrian engravings depicting classical dressage riders on grey horses, set within narrow gilt wooden frames.
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Archive I A pair of framed antique equestrian engravings depicting classical dressage riders on grey horses, set within narrow gilt wooden frames.

Pair of Dressage Prints

Archive II A pair of framed antique equestrian engravings depicting classical dressage riders on grey horses, set within narrow gilt wooden frames. View II
Archive III A pair of framed antique equestrian engravings depicting classical dressage riders on grey horses, set within narrow gilt wooden frames. View III
Archive IV A pair of framed antique equestrian engravings depicting classical dressage riders on grey horses, set within narrow gilt wooden frames. View IV
Archive V A pair of framed antique equestrian engravings depicting classical dressage riders on grey horses, set within narrow gilt wooden frames. View V
Archive VI A pair of framed antique equestrian engravings depicting classical dressage riders on grey horses, set within narrow gilt wooden frames. View VI
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Chagford
Devon
United Kingdom
Verified Since Mar 2015
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Rue des Fontenelles
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A pair of framed antique equestrian engravings depicting classical dressage riders on grey horses, set within narrow gilt wooden frames.
Pair of Dressage Prints
Ref: SA1158899
A pair of framed antique equestrian engravings depicting classical dressage riders on grey horses, set within narrow gilt wooden frames.
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Classical dressage prints originated in seventeenth- and eighteenth-century Europe as visual guides documenting high-school riding techniques, known as haute ecole. Produced primarily via copperplate engraving, these illustrations recorded specific manoeuvres such as the capriole and terre-a-terre for noble riding academies.

Historic equestrian prints were typically printed using copperplate engraving or etching techniques onto handmade laid rag paper. Many examples feature contemporary or later hand colouring in watercolour and are presented in gilt wood or polished hardwood frames.

Authentic period engravings display a distinct plate mark impression around the image border created during the printing process. Inspection under magnification reveals continuous hand-inked line work or aquatint tones rather than modern digital or offset dot patterns.

A paired set of equestrian prints works effectively when hung symmetrically above a sideboard, console table, or desk to add historical structure to a space. They can also be integrated into a gallery wall alongside brass lighting and dark wood accents.

Keep antique paper artwork away from direct sunlight and areas of high humidity to prevent fading and foxing. Frame prints using conservation-grade, acid-free backing materials and UV-filtering glass to protect the paper fibres and pigment.
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