376 - D. BARRIÈRE (1618-1678), Apollo and Neptune advise Laomedon of Troy, 1647, Etching

D. BARRIÈRE (1618-1678), Apollo and Neptune advise Laomedon of Troy, 1647, Etching Dominique Barrière (1618 - 1678 ): Apollo and Neptune consult Laomedon of Troy Ancient figures against an urban backdrop in a wooded landscape, 1647, Etching Technique: Etching on Paper Watermark: indeterminate signs: Undeterminable watermark | Date: Inscription: lower left monogrammed: "DB". At the lower part inscribed in the printing plate: "D. Z. Piri / Apollo et Neptunus trojana moenia Laomedonti fabricanda paciscuntur / Cum Privilegio summi Ponteficis, et Begis Christianis". Date: 1647 Description: The historical print shows Apollo and Neptune negotiating with Laomedon, the king of Troy. In the foreground are three figures in ancient garb: two (left and right) appear to be recognisable as gods (Apollo and Neptune), while the central figure (Laomedon) is wearing a crown. They are holding a construction drawing or scroll in their hands - it is about the construction of the walls of Troy. In the background is a comprehensive view of the city with towers, walls and buildings, probably a depiction of Troy. On the right, large, detailed trees frame the scene. Source: Iacobi de Rubeis (17th century) Villa Aldobrandina Tusculana sive varii illius hortorum et frontium prospectus, 1647 | Book, Mythology, Architecture Keywords: Apollo; Neptune; Laomedon; Troja; antique mythology; Wall construction; City view; Baroque; Copper engraving; Book illustration; Italian school; Classical printmaking; Gods; Contract; Antique architecture; Allegorical scene; Troja motif; Sea town; Historical illustration; 17th century; Baroque; Mythology; Italy; Size: Paper: 34,9 cm x 21,4 cm (13,7 x 8,4 in), Depiction: 31,7 cm x 20,1 cm (12,5 x 7,9 in) Condition: Challenging condition. The sheet is discoloured due to age. Numerous small stains and soiling on all sides. Large liquid stain lower right. Lower right corner folded over. Larger hole at top centre. A full-page horizontal crease in the centre. Tiny marginal tear along the edges on the left.