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Gravure en Taille Douce: suite de la pl. I

Antonio Baratta after Benoît-Louis Prévost and A.-J. de Fehrt

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts various tools and instruments for engraving or similar crafts, arranged with labels and measurements. Each tool is labeled with a figure number, showcasing lines, curves, and shapes that illustrate the tools' functions. The tools featured include engraving picks, a round pad, a spoon-like tool, calipers, a compass, a ruler extension, and a small pouring canister. The drawing is detailed and precise, with a technical and instructional appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
1771/1779
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3178 × 4961 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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