After GIOVANNI BENEDETTO CASTIGLIONE, known as “Il Grechetto” (1609–1664)

After GIOVANNI BENEDETTO CASTIGLIONE, known as “Il Grechetto” (1609–1664) Pastoral Caravan (Jacob’s Journey?) 17th-century etching. Partially erased inscription on the plate, lower left. Wear and foxing. Dimensions: 27.5 x 41.5 cm The theme of the pastoral journey, often linked to the stories of the Old Testament patriarchs, was tirelessly revisited by Castiglione and widely disseminated through engraving. The freedom of his linework and the central role given to animals attest to his

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Graphic arts

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Monte-Carlo

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H 27,5 × B 41,5 cm