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C18th Etching of Eros and Aphrodite
Tinker & Toad
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C18th Etching of Eros and Aphrodite

18th century
For Sale by Tinker & Toad
Description

A Late C18th or Early C19th Continental Engraving Eros and Aphrodite. Suitably framed in an antique gilt frame.

Physical Dimensions
Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Tinker & Toad has dated this 18th Century Mythological Print to the 18th Century.

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SA967999
Description
A Late C18th or Early C19th Continental Engraving Eros and Aphrodite. Suitably framed in an antique gilt frame.
Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Tinker & Toad has dated this 18th Century Mythological Print to the 18th Century.

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SA967999
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An 18th-century classical etching depicting Eros and mythological figures, mounted in a dark border and an ornate gilded frame.
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Archive I An 18th-century classical etching depicting Eros and mythological figures, mounted in a dark border and an ornate gilded frame.

C18th Etching Of Eros And Aphrodite

Archive II An 18th-century classical etching depicting Eros and mythological figures, mounted in a dark border and an ornate gilded frame. View II
Archive III An 18th-century classical etching depicting Eros and mythological figures, mounted in a dark border and an ornate gilded frame. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century classical etching depicting Eros and mythological figures, mounted in a dark border and an ornate gilded frame. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century classical etching depicting Eros and mythological figures, mounted in a dark border and an ornate gilded frame. View V
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Tinker & Toad
Telephone 07771 682942
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54 The Mint
Rye
East Sussex
TN31 7EN
United Kingdom
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An 18th-century classical etching depicting Eros and mythological figures, mounted in a dark border and an ornate gilded frame.
C18th Etching Of Eros And Aphrodite
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An 18th-century classical etching depicting Eros and mythological figures, mounted in a dark border and an ornate gilded frame.
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During the 18th century, etchings and stipple engravings depicting classical Greek and Roman mythology were widely produced across Europe, favoured for detailed line work and alignment with Neoclassical design principles.

These prints were created by applying acid to copper plates to bite drawn lines into the metal, which were then inked and hand-pressed onto handmade paper, frequently mounted behind glass within carved giltwood frames.

Authentic prints typically exhibit visible plate impression marks around the image border, chain lines and watermarks in the handmade paper, and distinct continuous or stippled ink lines rather than modern halftone dot patterns.

Framed classical etchings serve as focal points above sideboards or mantels, providing contrast when set against contemporary paint schemes or layered into eclectic gallery walls.

Paper artwork should be displayed away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent foxing, while giltwood frames require light dusting with a soft brush rather than liquid cleaners.
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