What characterises 17th-century classical etchings?

Etchings from the 17th century frequently depicted themes from Classical Antiquity, featuring anatomical precision, dramatic compositions, and architectural elements drawn from ancient Rome and Greece.

What materials were used to produce 17th-century etchings?

Artists executed etchings by incising designs into a wax-coated copper plate using an etching needle, which was then bathed in acid and hand-printed onto laid paper made from cotton or linen rags.

How can authentic 17th-century prints be identified?

Authentic prints from this era typically exhibit plate marks, visible laid lines and chain lines in the rag paper, hand-drawn typography or Latin inscriptions in the margin, and characteristic ink oxidation.

How can historical classical prints be styled in modern interiors?

Classical prints can be displayed within contemporary dark wood or minimalist frames to create an accent in modern gallery walls, home libraries, or dining spaces.

How should antique paper prints be preserved and maintained?

Keep antique paper works out of direct sunlight, store them behind UV-filtering museum-quality glass, and ensure they are mounted using acid-free materials in a climate-controlled environment.

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Important 17th-century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity

Name: Important 17th-century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1230507
Price: 950 GBP
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Description

Important 17th-Century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity

Brief Description:

This is a superb and highly decorative original 17th-century Etching by the important French Baroque painter and printmaker François Perrier (1590–1650).

Dating from the first half of the 17th century, this fascinating antique engraving is characteristic of Perrier's celebrated studies after the great sculptures and antiquities of classical Rome.

The composition depicts a dramatic group of classical figures gathered around an ancient sculptural subject, rendered with the wonderful fine line, cross-hatching and attention to anatomical detail associated with 17th-century printmaking.

François Perrier was an influential French Baroque artist, engraver and draughtsman who spent considerable periods working in Rome, where he studied and recorded many of the celebrated classical sculptures of antiquity. His engraved works played an important role in disseminating images of these ancient masterpieces throughout Europe.

The Etching retains the wonderful character and tonal quality expected of a work approaching four centuries of age, making it particularly appealing to collectors of early prints, Old Master works and classical antiquities.

It has been professionally presented within a particularly handsome ornate gilt moulded frame, complemented by an extensive multi-layered conservation-style mount with fine gilt detailing. The sympathetic presentation allows the relatively small and intricately worked 17th-century image to become a substantial and extremely decorative piece for the wall.

A genuine early work of considerable historical and decorative appeal, and a wonderful opportunity to acquire an original 17th-century Etching by a recognised and important French Baroque artist.

Attributes:

17th-Century

French

Etching

Condition:

Both the etching and the (later) gallery frame are offered in an overall exceptional original condition commensurate with age.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 21'' | 53.3 cm

Width: 25.6'' | 65 cm

Depth: 1.7'' | 4.3 cm

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Physical Dimensions

Height

53.3cm (20.98")

Width

65cm (25.59")

Depth

4.3cm (1.69")

Declaration

Artsonline has dated this Francois Perrier Classical Etching to the 17th Century.

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SA1230507

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Description

Important 17th-Century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity

Brief Description:

“

This is a superb and highly decorative original 17th-century Etching by the important French Baroque painter and printmaker François Perrier (1590–1650).

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fig 1. A monochrome 17th-century classical etching depicting men and boys performing a ritual sacrifice of a bull in front of a Roman temple, complete with Latin text at the bottom. — fig 1. Important 17th-century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity

Dating from the first half of the 17th century, this fascinating antique engraving is characteristic of Perrier's celebrated studies after the great sculptures and antiquities of classical Rome.

The composition depicts a dramatic group of classical figures gathered around an ancient sculptural subject, rendered with the wonderful fine line, cross-hatching and attention to anatomical detail associated with 17th-century printmaking.

fig 2. A monochrome 17th-century classical etching depicting men and boys performing a ritual sacrifice of a bull in front of a Roman temple, complete with Latin text at the bottom. — fig 2. Important 17th-century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity

François Perrier was an influential French Baroque artist, engraver and draughtsman who spent considerable periods working in Rome, where he studied and recorded many of the celebrated classical sculptures of antiquity. His engraved works played an important role in disseminating images of these ancient masterpieces throughout Europe.

fig 3. A monochrome 17th-century classical etching depicting men and boys performing a ritual sacrifice of a bull in front of a Roman temple, complete with Latin text at the bottom. — fig 3. Important 17th-century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity

The Etching retains the wonderful character and tonal quality expected of a work approaching four centuries of age, making it particularly appealing to collectors of early prints, Old Master works and classical antiquities.

fig 4. A monochrome 17th-century classical etching depicting men and boys performing a ritual sacrifice of a bull in front of a Roman temple, complete with Latin text at the bottom. — fig 4. Important 17th-century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity

It has been professionally presented within a particularly handsome ornate gilt moulded frame, complemented by an extensive multi-layered conservation-style mount with fine gilt detailing. The sympathetic presentation allows the relatively small and intricately worked 17th-century image to become a substantial and extremely decorative piece for the wall.

fig 5. A monochrome 17th-century classical etching depicting men and boys performing a ritual sacrifice of a bull in front of a Roman temple, complete with Latin text at the bottom. — fig 5. Important 17th-century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity

A genuine early work of considerable historical and decorative appeal, and a wonderful opportunity to acquire an original 17th-century Etching by a recognised and important French Baroque artist.

Attributes:

17th-Century

French

Etching

Condition:

Both the etching and the (later) gallery frame are offered in an overall exceptional original condition commensurate with age.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

fig 7. A monochrome 17th-century classical etching depicting men and boys performing a ritual sacrifice of a bull in front of a Roman temple, complete with Latin text at the bottom. — fig 7. Important 17th-century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity

Height: 21'' | 53.3 cm

Width: 25.6'' | 65 cm

Depth: 1.7'' | 4.3 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

fig 8. A monochrome 17th-century classical etching depicting men and boys performing a ritual sacrifice of a bull in front of a Roman temple, complete with Latin text at the bottom. — fig 8. Important 17th-century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity

Great care and much time are taken to ensure the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces we sell.

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

fig 9. A monochrome 17th-century classical etching depicting men and boys performing a ritual sacrifice of a bull in front of a Roman temple, complete with Latin text at the bottom. — fig 9. Important 17th-century François Perrier (1590–1650) Etching Classical Antiquity

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.