Religious Antique Engravings of Confucius and Buddha Amida in Japan, ca.1782

Reference
BG-13133-14
Date
1782
Region
Asia
Category
Engraving
Sheet size
26.5 x 37.0 cm (10.4 x 14.6 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 400

Original (proof) engraving of two religions. Adoration of the statue of Confucius and Boeddha Amida in Japan.

Title on the leaf: 1) Het beeld van Confucius, zo als het in de openbaare schoolen wort vertoond (The image of Confucius, as it is displayed in the public schools) 2) De Amida der Japanneezen (The Amida of the Japanese)

Maker: Jan Lucas van der Beek after a design of Bernard Picart Place: Amsterdam Period: 1763 - 1818 (1782 is mentioned on the engraving)

Condition is nearly excellent with a strong imprint of the copper plate. Clean with only in the lower left corner a light tear. This engraving is perfect for colouring/framing.

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