Caption

Monogram of Christ (IHS) and Mary (MARYA), Jan Nikodem Lopacinski (1747–1810), graphic artist. Two tied monograms: IHS MARYA on one plate. Both compositions in identical rectangular frames entwined with a ribbon tied with a bow at the top center; next to the bows are garlands of flowers. Monograms placed next to each other, separated by a vertical line. Copperplate engraving, partially stippled (ribbon, leaves). Belongs to a series of graphic compositions depicting devotional images, objects of worship—most made by anonymous engravers, often in Vilnius monastery engraving workshops. Dated ca. 1790–1810. Engraving (graphic matrix/plate), height 10.9 cm, width 5.4 cm.

Credit line

Photo12/Liszt Collection

Reference

LZT26A74_268

License type

Rights managed

Available size

53.7Mb (7.2Mb) / 20.0in x 10.4in / 6000 x 3130 (300dpi)

Keywords

Monogram Christ Ihs Mary Marya Jan Nikodem Lopacinski 1747–1810 graphic artist Two tied monograms Ihs Marya plate compositions identical rectangular frames entwined ribbon tied bow top center next bows garlands flowers Monograms placed separated vertical line Copperplate engraving partially stippled ribbon leaves Belongs series graphic compositions depicting devotional images objects worship anonymous engravers Vilnius monastery engraving workshops Dated ca 1790–1810 Engraving graphic matrix height 10.9 cm width 5.4 cm rectangular metal plate weathered mottled surface shades brown copper greenish patina darker brown spots divided visually down center framed engraved braided border hanging tassel- floral garlands ribbon bows top within left area ornate engraved geometric monogram- pattern composed interlacing straight curved lines decorative rope- textures right engraved composition featuring tall vertical element crosspiece separate ornate curved flourish rendered rope- engraved textures appearance includes fine incised linework areas slight discoloration oxidation green yellowish tones.