
Picturae Chalcographicae Historiam Veteris et Novi Testamenti
Kilian, Philipp Andreas · German
1758
- Medium
- bound volume with 1 engraved title and 129 engraved illustrations
- Classification
- Volume
- Period
- 1751 to 1775
- Image size
- 3450 × 4617px
Description
This is a drawing of an elaborate baroque-style title page. The image features a highly ornate decorative border with swirling acanthus leaves and floral motifs around a central block of text. At the top, an opened book with Latin text is supported by a cherubic figure, with rays of light emanating from it. Additional cherubs on clouds enhance the composition. The text is inscribed in both Latin and German. This design showcases the detailed printmaking techniques of the period, emphasizing grandeur and formality.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).