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Ludwig Michalek (1859-1942) - Goethe's Reisewagen. Etching. 1911.
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Ludwig Michalek (1859-1942) - Goethe's Reisewagen. Etching. 1911.

1900 - 1920
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A hand-coloured etching of 'Goethe's Reisewagen' ('Goethe's Travelling Carriage'), dated 1911. Signed beneath the plate.

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's (1749-1832) reisewagen was a horse-drawn carriage known as the 'Batarde'. He famously used it for his journeys, notably his "Italian Journey". The 'Batarde' is now preserved at the Goethe National Museum in Weimar.

The work is housed in a later gilt frame which shows some light signs of wear but displays well.

Dimensions (framed):-

Height: 37.5cm

Width: 44cm

Depth: 1cm

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Physical Dimensions
Height
37.5cm (14.76")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Harrington Antiques has dated this Ludwig Michalek Framed Etching to the 1910s.

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SA1188801
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7702
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A hand-coloured etching of 'Goethe's Reisewagen' ('Goethe's Travelling Carriage'), dated 1911. Signed beneath the plate.
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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's (1749-1832) reisewagen was a horse-drawn carriage known as the 'Batarde'.
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He famously used it for his journeys, notably his "Italian Journey". The 'Batarde' is now preserved at the Goethe National Museum in Weimar.

fig 1. A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame.
fig 1. Ludwig Michalek (1859-1942) - Goethe's Reisewagen. Etching. 1911.

The work is housed in a later gilt frame which shows some light signs of wear but displays well.

Dimensions (framed):-

Height: 37.5cm

Width: 44cm

Depth: 1cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Height
37.5cm (14.76")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Ludwig Michalek Framed Etching to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1188801
Dealers Internal Ref
7702
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Archive I A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame.

Ludwig Michalek (1859-1942) - Goethe's Reisewagen. Etching. 1911.

Archive II A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame. View II
Archive III A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame. View III
Archive IV A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame. View IV
Archive V A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame. View V
Archive VI A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame. View VI
Archive VII A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame. View VII
Archive VIII A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame. View VIII
Archive IX A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame. View IX
Archive X A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame. View X
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A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame.
Ludwig Michalek (1859-1942) - Goethe's Reisewagen. Etching. 1911.
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A framed 1911 etching by Ludwig Michalek depicting Goethes travelling carriage set within a gilt wood frame.
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An etching is an intaglio printmaking technique where lines are incised into a metal plate using acid before being inked and pressed onto paper. During the early 20th century, artists used this medium to capture historical subjects, architectural detail, and transport scenes with fine line precision.

Traditional period etchings were executed on high-quality woven paper using oil-based inks, occasionally supplemented with subtle hand colouring. Frames were commonly crafted from timber finished with gold leaf gilding or soft burnished patinas, accompanied by acid-free mountboard.

Authentic works feature distinct plate mark impressions along the border where the copper plate pressed into the paper. Collectors also examine pencil or incised signatures, edition numbers, dates, and documented catalogued titles near the lower margins.

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Keep framed prints away from direct sunlight, excess humidity, and sources of heat to prevent discolouration and foxing. Ensure UV-filtering glass and archival acid-free backing materials are used during framing or restoration.
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