Caption
Photographic reproduction of a drawing as an introduction to a book of photographic reproductions of paintings by Adolph Menzel, Menzel Album Berlin, photograph, reproduction, page, photographer: Gustav Schauer, Berlin, after drawing by anonymous, c. 1863 - in or before 1868, paper, albumen print, height 259 mm x width 200 mm, Photo for title page., cupids: 'amores', 'amoretti', 'putti', The image shows an ornate vertical panel with intricate decorative flourishes and scrollwork in a sepia tone. At the top is a decorative crest with swirling leaflike motifs and symmetrical curves. Below that is a rectangular framed scene depicting a seated woman in flowing drapery reaching toward a group of nude cherubic children among tall grasses and flowers, the children shown in various playful poses. The frame around this scene features carved ornamental details and columns at the edges. Beneath the framed scene is a band of dense filigree with stylized faces, small figures, and scroll patterns woven together. Further down is a curved banner-like element with raised decorative lettering and elaborate flourishes extending outward, all rendered in a detailed etched or engraved style on a lightly aged background.
Credit line
Photo12/Liszt Collection
Reference
LZT26B11_161
License type
Rights managed
Available size
48.1Mb (9.7Mb) / 11.9in x 15.7in / 3579 x 4701 (300dpi)