Torr Antiques & Decorative Arts

Description

A rare pair of original 18th century hand-coloured horse prints from 'L'art de monter a cheval: ou Description du manége moderne, dans sa perfection' by Baron D'Eisenberg (German, ca. 1700–ca. 1770), and engraved by Bernard Picart (French, 1673–1733), c.1747.

The following horses are depicted: L'Andaloux Plate I and Le Napolitain Plate IV

They are displayed within attractive ebonised and gilt frames and ivory coloured mounts decorated with hand-painted lines.

These horse engravings are highly desirable and, though they rarely appear on the market, have a history of making strong prices in top London auction rooms.

Dimensions: Frames 46 x 52 cm
Plate indentations (image) 22 x 30 cm
Paper 25.5 x 37 cm

Condition: Very good original condition. One of the pictures was taken apart and the engraving held to the light to confirm that it was printed on hand laid paper with coat of arms watermark. The frames are also in very good condition.

Postage & packing: £20 within the UK.