{"product_id":"old-master-engraving-after-paolo-veronese-allegorical-classical-scene-circular-composition","title":"Old Master Engraving after Paolo Veronese — Allegorical Classical Scene (Circular Composition)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAdditional Description:\u003cbr\u003eLarge engraved print depicting a dramatic allegorical classical scene with two monumental draped figures arranged in a circular composition. One figure reclines while another stands reading from an open book, resting a foot on a pedestal decorated with classical ornament, likely depicting personifications of Virtues, Muses, or Classical Arts and suggesting wisdom, learning, or poetry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe inscription below the image reads:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Paulus Caliari Veronensis Invent. \u0026amp; Pinxit”\u003cbr\u003e(“Paolo Caliari of Verona invented and painted [the original]” — referring to Paolo Veronese).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the lower left appears:\u003cbr\u003e“V. Lefebre del. et sculp.”\u003cbr\u003eindicating the drawing and engraving were executed by an engraver named Lefebre (Lefèvre \/ Lefebure).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the lower right:\u003cbr\u003e“Van Campen formis Venetiis”\u003cbr\u003eindicating publication in Venice by the Van Campen press\/publisher.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe composition is printed within a square plate mark with a circular image field — a format typical of late 17th–18th century reproductive engravings after Venetian masters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sheet shows visible plate marks, laid paper texture, and age-appropriate toning, confirming it is a period engraving rather than a modern reproduction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA later pencil notation appears at the lower margin referencing “Le Febre (1642–1700?)”, likely a collector or dealer attribution note rather than original inscription.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis engraving was likely originally issued as part of a portfolio or illustrated art publication reproducing works of Paolo Veronese.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEra:\u003cbr\u003eLate 17th to early 18th century engraving (after a 16th-century painting by Paolo Veronese)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistory:\u003cbr\u003ePaolo Veronese (Paulus Caliari, 1528–1588) was one of the great painters of the Venetian Renaissance, known for monumental compositions, theatrical figures, and rich classical symbolism.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring the late 1600s and 1700s, European publishers produced engraved reproductions of famous Renaissance paintings for collectors, academies, and travelers on the Grand Tour. Venice was a major center for this printmaking activity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEngraved by Valentin Lefebre (1637–1677 or c.1700), French engraver and painter, active mainly in Venice. Known for reproducing works by Venetian masters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublishers such as Johannes Van Campen (18th c Venetian publisher\/printer) in Venice issued engravings after Venetian masters, helping disseminate Renaissance compositions across Europe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCircular compositions like this were often derived from ceiling paintings, allegorical cycles, or decorative programs translated into collectible prints.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance:\u003cbr\u003eLikely Italian (Venice), published by Van Campen\u003cbr\u003eFrom an antique print or engraving collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials:\u003cbr\u003eLaid paper\u003cbr\u003eCopperplate engraving ink\u003cbr\u003eIntaglio printmaking process\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e17.75\" x 15\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisclaimers:\u003cbr\u003eAge-appropriate toning, foxing, and handling wear visible.\u003cbr\u003eMinor margin marks and a later pencil notation in the lower margin.\u003cbr\u003ePaper shows expected waviness and aging consistent with early prints.\u003cbr\u003eUnframed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48749694517503,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/8780\/4927\/files\/E627D2BF-74C9-46E5-9F72-160386508947.png?v=1782656733","url":"https:\/\/forthelouvreofantiques.com\/fr\/products\/old-master-engraving-after-paolo-veronese-allegorical-classical-scene-circular-composition","provider":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}