This is a drawing of a text with elaborate illustrations and calligraphy. The drawing features a handwritten text in a decorative and stylized manner, commenting on notable poets like Homer and Virgil. The text is divided into sections titled "On Homer's Poetry" and "On Virgil." The text is bordered and accompanied by line drawings, including a group of figures. The drawing has a distinctive style reminiscent of an engraving or block print.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1822
- Medium
- relief etching
- Dimensions
- 3006 × 3668 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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