Carlo Broschi known as Farinelli. Line engraving, 17--.

Date:
1700-1799
Reference:
2018877i
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Description

Farinelli was the stage name of Carlo Maria Michelangelo Nicola Broschi (1705-1782), Italian castrato singer

Publication/Creation

1700-1799

Physical description

1 print : engraving ; platemark 17 x 11.5 cm

Lettering

Carolus Broschi Neapol. Caroli VI Rom: Imperatoris phonascus. Motto around portrait "Negata tentat iter via", from Horace, Odes, III.ii, v. 22 (Virtus recludens immeritis mori / Coelum, negata tentat iter via: Virtue, opening up heaven to those who do not deserve to die, attempts her journey through the path denied)

Reference

Wellcome Collection 2018877i

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