Francesco Maggiotto (XVIII)

Ancient copper engraving depicting: “Adeodato Doge IV attacked by Galla and conspirators near the port of Brondolo” Plate belonging to the series Fasti Veneti or Collezione de' più illustri fatti della Repubblica Veneziana, produced at the end of the 18th century. Engraving by Francesco del Pedro, based on an invention/design by Francesco Maggiotto. Period: about 1796–1797 Technique: aquaforte (etching) and burin on paper Sheet size: about 43 × 35 cm Print/imprint of the plate: about 31 × 31 cm The impression of the copper plate is clearly detectable and its dimensions are consistent with those documented for the same plate in museum collections. The sheet retains margins around the plate impression. Conservation state: conditions compatible with age. There are foxing, oxidation and stains on the paper, as well as small marginal defects and a small tear. Readers are invited to examine the photographs carefully, which are an integral part of the description. The engraving is currently mounted/framed; for this reason a full photograph of the back is not provided. No cleaning interventions have been carried out on the sheet. Decorative work and of historical-iconographic interest dedicated to the history of the Republic of Venice. Author/engraver: Francesco del Pedro From: Francesco Maggiotto Title: Adeodato Doge IV attacked by Galla and conspirators near the port of Brondolo Series: Fasti Veneti Period: circa 1796–1797 Technique: aquaforte and burin Support: paper Sheet: 43 × 35 cm approximately Plate: 31 × 31 cm approximately Conditions: fair/good considering age, with foxing, oxidation and defects as in photographs Frame: present with glass

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