T. Burke (1749-1815) after Kauffman - Stipple Engraving Cupid and Euphrosine

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Description

A sepia stipple engraving by Thomas Burke (1749-1815) after Angelica Kauffman RA (1741-1807). The scene depicts Cupid being disarmed by Euphrosine, Goddess of Good Cheer, Joy, and Mirth. Presented glazed in an oval gilt frame with a beaded inner edge and lozenge moulding to the outer edge. Inscribed with the names of both artists in plate. On laid.

Condition

There is some mild discolouration and some small surface abrasions in the lower-left quadrant. Overall well-presented and in good condition.

Size

26.4 x 33.2cm (10.4" x 13.1")
Framed Size: 32.5 x 38.1cm (12.8" x 15")

Artist Biography

Thomas Burke (1749-1815) was an Irish engraver and painter. Born in Dublin, Burke first trained in the Dublin Society's Schools under Robert West, moving in 1770 to London where he studied mezzotint under John Dixon. He adopted the chalk method popularised by Bartolozzi, continuing to use both styles. Most of Burke's mezzotints were engraved after Angelica Kauffman for William Wynne Ryland, who taught him the stipple engraving technique. Burke preferred to work for publishers and seldom issued prints himself. His engravings typically featured subject pictures. Burke's best-known work was a popular print after Fuseli, 'The Nightmare'.

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SKU qo034
Artist Thomas Burke (1749-1815) after Angelica Kauffman RA (1741-1807)
Date 18th Century
Dimensions 26.4 x 33.2cm
Medium Engraving
Subject Classical
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