827 - H. SCHMIDT (1780–1821), Illustration for the fairy tale *The Stolen Ring*, Copper engraving

H. SCHMIDT (1780–1821), Illustration for the fairy tale *The Stolen Ring*, Copper engraving Heinrich Schmidt (1780, Dresden – 1821, ibid.): Illustration for August Friedrich Ernst Langbein’s fairy tale “The Purloined Ring,” 19th century, copper engraving Technique: Copper engraving on paper Inscription: Signed and inscribed on the printing plate below. Date: 19th century Description: A miniaturized costume scene serving as an illustration for an illustrated edition of *Fairy Tales and Tales* by August Friedrich Ernst Langbein (1757–1835). Depicts a turbulent scene in which crooks are robbing a woman, with the rescuing coachman, whip raised, hot on their heels. Based on an original by Johann Heinrich Ramberg (1763–1840). Keywords: Fairy tales, 19th century, Romanticism, People, Germany, Size: Paper: 10.9 cm x 7.6 cm (4.3 x 3 in) Condition: Good condition. The sheet is discolored due to its age and has pale foxing in places. The edges of the sheet are narrowly trimmed.