Banditti in Italy: a brigand leans against a rock by a river, as a woman stands in front of him to protect him from soldiers shooting at them across the river. Mezzotint by W. Say, 1824, after C.L. Eastake.
- Eastlake, Charles Lock, Sir, 1793-1865.
- Date:
- March 1st. 1824
- Reference:
- 3162983i
- Pictures
About this work
Description
The "wounded brigand chief" wears numerous cameos, charms and timepieces about his person. He shows no wounds, but his knife has fallen on the ground before him
Publication/Creation
London (No. 90, Cheapside, & 8, Pall Mall) : Published ... by Hurst, Robinson & Co., March 1st. 1824.
Physical description
1 print : mezzotint ; platemark 33.5 x 39.5 cm
Lettering
The wounded brigand chief successfully protected. To L.t Gen.l Sir Moore Disney Bart. this print is respectfully inscribed by his obedient servant W. Say. Engraved by W. Say, engraver to H.R.H. the Duke of Gloucester.
Edition
[State with letters, but lacking "Painted at Rome, in 1822, by C.L. Eastlake", and with imprint printed faintly].
Reference
Wellcome Collection 3162983i
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Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores