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Nicola Fiorillo Neoclassical Engraving of the Bust of Sapho Plate 24

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Nicola Fiorillo Neoclassical Engraving of the Bust of Sapho Plate 24
Nicola Fiorillo (Italian, active 18th century). This neoclassical intaglio copperplate engraving on paper depicts the Bust of Sapho (Sappho) and is sourced from the series Antiquities of Herculaneum. The work is identified as Plate 24 and is accompanied by a separate page of descriptive text. The engraving illustrates two classical female busts after ancient models; the figure on the left is rendered with fine cross-hatching and tonal modeling to suggest depth and volume, while the figure on the right is presented as a clean line engraving in profile. A distinct rectangular plate mark is visible around the central imagery. The print is presented within a sophisticated multi-layered French mat featuring hand-drawn ruled lines and a marbled, gilded inner border. The ensemble is housed in a gold-leafed wood frame. Dimensions: 16.50"L x 0.50"W x 13.00"H

Artist: Nicola Fiorillo (Italian, 1730-1805)
Dimensions: 16.50"L x 0.50"W x 13.00"H
Weight: 2.10 lb

Condition: Good