François Aliamet after Le Sueur - 1773 Engraving Martyrdom of Saint Stephen

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Description

A striking 18th Century engraving by François-Germain Aliamet (1734-1790), after the original painting by Eustache Le Sueur (1616-1655), showing the martyrdom of Saint Stephen. There is an inscription in plate at the lower edge with the artist's names and publishing date and details. This is a plate from the "Houghton Gallery" volumes and is finished with the Houghton coat of arms. On laid.

Condition

The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration and foxing. There is some surface dirt and heavy wear to the upper edge including tears and losses. The original plate lines are in tact.

Size

48.5 x 57cm (19.1" x 22.4")
Sheet: 55 x 66cm (21.7" x 26")

Artist Biography

Engraver. Born in Abbeville. Younger brother of Jacques (q.v.) with whom he worked as a young man before settling in London about 1756. Worked with Robert Strange, and later Boydell. Opened a drawing school. In 1760 had an alliance with Robert Edge Pine to produce prints after his paintings. Killed by a falling stone in Greek Street.

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SKU py896
Artist François Aliamet after Le Sueur
Date 1773
Dimensions 48.5 x 57cm
Medium Engraving
Style Classical
Subject Religious
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