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597 - F. JOHN (1769-1843), Joseph Friedrich, Baron von Retzer, Stipple engraving
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F. JOHN (1769-1843), Joseph Friedrich, Baron von Retzer, Stipple engraving Friedrich John (1769 Marienburg - 1843 Marburg (Drau)): Portrait of Joseph Friedrich Freiherr von Retzer, 19th century, Stipple engraving Technique: Stipple engraving on Paper Stamp: Verso Collector's stamp, Lugt no.: 3549. Erhard Oskar Kaps (1915 Leipzig - 2007 Leipzig) . Leipzig. 20th century Inscription: Signed below: "Linder pinx: John sc.". Inscribed below the image in the printing plate: "'Musis et carus amicis". "Joseph Friedrich Freyherr von/RETZER" Date: 19th century Description: The picture shows the Austrian writer Joseph Friedrich Freiherr von Retzer (1754-1824) in the Empire fashion, turning to the viewer with an interested gaze. The suggestion of clouds in the background transposes his image into an endless space. The Latin inscription makes this painting appear to be dedicated to his talented and dear friends. Keywords: Portrait, Germany, Printmaking, Writer, 19th century, Romanticism, Portraits, Germany, Size: Paper: 32,0 cm x 23,5 cm (12,6 x 9,3 in), Plate: 26,7 cm x 18,8 cm (10,5 x 7,4 in), Depiction: 17,0 cm x 13,5 cm (6,7 x 5,3 in) Condition: Good condition. Minimally stained in the margin.
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