Rare Large 18th Century Engraving Panoramic View of Athens by James Basire

Name: Rare Large 18th Century Engraving Panoramic View of Athens by James Basire
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA612597
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by Karen Tarleton

Description

RARE Large 18th Century Engraving of the Panoramic View of Athens by James Basire . This magnificent view engraved from sketches made by James Stuart during his and Nicholas Revetts surjourn in Athens 1751-55. It shows the two columns forming the gateway, one stands today in Kolonaki Square whilst the pediment and other column rest nearby in the Botanic Gardens. You can also see the Acropolis with the building of the Plaka on its slopes, the Thesion and the Temple of Zeus Olympus nearby.

Call or email me if you require any more information and take a look at my other interesting items.

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Many thanks

Karen

07866 475069

Physical Dimensions

Height

53cm (20.87")

Width

76cm (29.92")

Depth

1cm (0.39")

Declaration

Karen Tarleton has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA612597

Description

RARE Large 18th Century Engraving of the Panoramic View of Athens by James Basire .

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This magnificent view engraved from sketches made by James Stuart during his and Nicholas Revetts surjourn in Athens 1751-55.

Karen Tarleton

It shows the two columns forming the gateway, one stands today in Kolonaki Square whilst the pediment and other column rest nearby in the Botanic Gardens. You can also see the Acropolis with the building of the Plaka on its slopes, the Thesion and the Temple of Zeus Olympus nearby.

Call or email me if you require any more information and take a look at my other interesting items.

Free shipping

Many thanks

Karen