What defines a 17th-century Roman Baroque etching?

Etchings from this era were produced by artists working in Rome who chemically incised metal plates to replicate classical antiquities, Roman bas-reliefs, and heroic figures for dissemination across Europe.

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These works were printed using carbon-based black inks on handmade laid paper, produced from cotton or linen rags, using a high-pressure rolling press.

How can an authentic 17th-century print be identified?

Authentic prints feature distinct plate mark impressions along the edges, chain lines and watermarks visible when light passes through the laid paper, and characteristic fine cross-hatching detail.

How do interior designers style Old Master etchings in contemporary rooms?

Classical prints are frequently mounted in simple dark oak or gilt frames and hung in symmetrical gallery walls, providing historical contrast against modern wall colours.

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Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

Name: Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1236057
Price: 490 GBP
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Original 17th-Century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

Brief Description:

A superb and historically fascinating original 17th-century Roman Baroque etching, attributed to the celebrated French painter and engraver François Perrier (1590–1650), dating to circa 1640.

Entitled Relief with Rome and Victory, this finely executed antique engraving is associated with Perrier's celebrated series of classical antiquities, Icones et Segmenta Illustrium e Marmore Tabularum, depicting ancient Roman sculptural reliefs and monuments.

The composition presents an elaborate classical scene celebrating the victories of the Roman Emperor Augustus, with beautifully articulated figures representing Rome, Victory and imperial triumph.

At the centre of the composition is a circular monument bearing the Latin inscription VOTIS X ET XX, referring to the imperial vows associated with the tenth and twentieth anniversaries of an emperor's reign.

Beneath the composition is an extensive engraved Latin inscription describing the celebration of Augustus's victories and the renewal of imperial power.

The engraving displays remarkable attention to detail, with beautifully executed cross-hatching, finely rendered classical drapery and wonderfully expressive figures.

The work is beautifully presented within a substantial decorative gilt frame, complemented by a cream mount with gilt detailing, and is protected behind glass.

A distinguished and highly decorative piece of classical art, ideally suited to a traditional interior, library, study or established collection of antique engravings.

Attributes:

Artist: Attributed to François Perrier (1590–1650).

Period: 17th century, circa 1640.

Origin: French / Roman School.

Medium: Original monochrome etching on paper.

Title: Relief with Rome and Victory.

Subject: Classical Roman antiquity, imperial triumph and the victories of Augustus.

Publication: Associated with Perrier's Icones et Segmenta Illustrium e Marmore Tabularum series.

Condition:

Presented in good decorative antique condition, with the expected signs of age and use commensurate with its considerable antiquity.

The engraving displays some age-related toning and scattered discolouration to the paper, together with an old vertical crease running through the composition.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 21'' | 53.3 cm

Width: 25.5'' | 64.7 cm

Depth: 1.8'' | 4.5 cm

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Physical Dimensions

Height

53.3cm (20.98")

Width

64.7cm (25.47")

Depth

4.5cm (1.77")

Declaration

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

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Description

Original 17th-Century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

Brief Description:

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A superb and historically fascinating original 17th-century Roman Baroque etching, attributed to the celebrated French painter and engraver François Perrier (1590–1650), dating to circa 1640.

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fig 1. A monochrome 17th-century etching depicting four Classical Roman figures with drapery alongside Latin inscriptions. — fig 1. Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

Entitled Relief with Rome and Victory, this finely executed antique engraving is associated with Perrier's celebrated series of classical antiquities, Icones et Segmenta Illustrium e Marmore Tabularum, depicting ancient Roman sculptural reliefs and monuments.

fig 2. A monochrome 17th-century etching depicting four Classical Roman figures with drapery alongside Latin inscriptions. — fig 2. Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

The composition presents an elaborate classical scene celebrating the victories of the Roman Emperor Augustus, with beautifully articulated figures representing Rome, Victory and imperial triumph.

At the centre of the composition is a circular monument bearing the Latin inscription VOTIS X ET XX, referring to the imperial vows associated with the tenth and twentieth anniversaries of an emperor's reign.

fig 3. A monochrome 17th-century etching depicting four Classical Roman figures with drapery alongside Latin inscriptions. — fig 3. Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

Beneath the composition is an extensive engraved Latin inscription describing the celebration of Augustus's victories and the renewal of imperial power.

The engraving displays remarkable attention to detail, with beautifully executed cross-hatching, finely rendered classical drapery and wonderfully expressive figures.

fig 4. A monochrome 17th-century etching depicting four Classical Roman figures with drapery alongside Latin inscriptions. — fig 4. Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

The work is beautifully presented within a substantial decorative gilt frame, complemented by a cream mount with gilt detailing, and is protected behind glass.

A distinguished and highly decorative piece of classical art, ideally suited to a traditional interior, library, study or established collection of antique engravings.

fig 5. A monochrome 17th-century etching depicting four Classical Roman figures with drapery alongside Latin inscriptions. — fig 5. Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

Attributes:

Artist: Attributed to François Perrier (1590–1650).

Period: 17th century, circa 1640.

Origin: French / Roman School.

Medium: Original monochrome etching on paper.

Title: Relief with Rome and Victory.

fig 6. A monochrome 17th-century etching depicting four Classical Roman figures with drapery alongside Latin inscriptions. — fig 6. Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

Subject: Classical Roman antiquity, imperial triumph and the victories of Augustus.

Publication: Associated with Perrier's Icones et Segmenta Illustrium e Marmore Tabularum series.

Condition:

Presented in good decorative antique condition, with the expected signs of age and use commensurate with its considerable antiquity.

fig 7. A monochrome 17th-century etching depicting four Classical Roman figures with drapery alongside Latin inscriptions. — fig 7. Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

The engraving displays some age-related toning and scattered discolouration to the paper, together with an old vertical crease running through the composition.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 21'' | 53.3 cm

fig 8. A monochrome 17th-century etching depicting four Classical Roman figures with drapery alongside Latin inscriptions. — fig 8. Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

Width: 25.5'' | 64.7 cm

Depth: 1.8'' | 4.5 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 9. A monochrome 17th-century etching depicting four Classical Roman figures with drapery alongside Latin inscriptions. — fig 9. Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

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 10. A monochrome 17th-century etching depicting four Classical Roman figures with drapery alongside Latin inscriptions. — fig 10. Original 17th-century François Perrier Roman Baroque Etching C.1640

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.

Returns Policy

Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy

(excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging).

Pay securely - Telephone orders are welcome.