Francesco Piranesi (1758-1810) Two Engravings of Antique Statuary: Fauno dormente

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Francesco Piranesi (1758-1810)

Two Engravings of Antique Statuary: Fauno dormente and Sileno educatore di Bacco. Inscribed in the plates "Francesco Piranesi D.D.D." l.r. Fauno dated "...1790" in the plate l.r., Sileno dated "...1784" in the plate l.r. Engravings on laid paper, plate sizes 19 5/16 x 12 7/8 in. (49.0 x 32.5 cm),unmatted, unframed.
Condition: Pale foxing and toning, minor handling creases and wear to edges of the sheets.
Estimate $600-800

Sheet size 23 1/2 x 17 in.


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