18th-Century Copper Engraving, Bison, Commentaries Of Julius Caesar

18th-Century Copper Engraving, Bison, Commentaries Of Julius CaesarAn exquisite 18th century copper engraving from the highly lauded publication, 'Commentaries of Julius Caesar' edited by Samuel Clarke. It depicts an imposing bison dominating the landscape while looking straight at us. This beautiful piece was once part of a bound folio, which was described in the 18th century as the most sumptuous classical work which this country has produced, and one of the finest books to emerge in early eighteenth century

while The British Museum holds several drawings

Edwin Williams exhibited in London between 1845 and 1875

One repair in the bottom left

She’s wearing a prominent gold cross and it’s likely that she’s holding the bible

1930Provenance: DenmarkCondition: Overall very presentable

Sterpin has created an atmospheric depiction of a bedroom that's reminiscent of a Van Gogh painting

she also kept an array of various animals including tigers

Many of his works have been sold through the leading auction houses including Christie’s and Sotheby’s

Perhaps he was a quiet

While down at the lake

The portrait is housed within a simple giltwood frame

The painting is housed within a decorative wooden and composite frame with ornate foliate decoration