1945 Photogravure Study Drapery Figure Head Raphael Renaissance Silverpoint XAN1

This is an original 1945 black and white photogravure of a study of drapery on the left, and a study of a man's head on the right. These studies were done in silverpoint which is created by dragging a silver rod or wire across a surface. Raphael was a painter and architect of the High Renaissance period. His work is admired for its clarity of form and ease of composition and for its visual achievement of the Neoplatonic ideal of human grandeur.

CONDITION

This 66+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is printing on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Photogravure; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.5 x 8 inches; 27 x 20 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This piece was illustrated by Raphael.

Keywords specific to this image: Drawing, Italy, Sketch

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