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An old man, seated, directed to right, facing downwards in thought. Line engraving by J.G. Wille, 1782, after P.A. Wille.
- Wille, Pierre Alexandre, 1748-1821.
- Date
- [1782]
- Reference
- 676737i
- Pictures
About this work
Description
An engraved trompe l'oeil window frame surrounds the figure
Publication/Creation
A Paris (Quay des Augustins no. 35) : chez l'auteur [Wille], [1782]
Physical description
1 print : line engraving, with etching ; platemark 25.5 x 19.7 cm
Lettering
Le philosophe du tems passé. Gravé par J.G. Wille d'après le dessin de son fils P.A. Wille.
Lettering note
Bears lettering engraved in reverse, top left: "26te Pl. 1782" (very faint in the impression catalogued, visible in the British Museum's impression)
Bears empty roundel below, presumably intended for coat of arms
Reference
Wellcome Library no. 676737i
Type/Technique
Languages
- French
Subjects
Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores