Bilder Bernard Picart (1673–1733) – Illustration of a Hermit Worshipping a Statue in Ruins – Engraving (Circa 1710)

Beskrivning

This print is an illustration depicting a deeply religious or devotional scene, a hermit or holy man kneeling in prayer before a statue set into a dilapidated classical structure. The setting suggests a religious retreat within ancient ruins, with architectural elements like columns and arches visible, and a small cherub in the upper left. This image is characteristic of the illustrations used in bibles, devotional books, or collections of allegorical prints popular in the early 18th century.

Bernard Picart was a highly prominent French engraver and illustrator who spent much of his career working in Amsterdam, Netherlands. He is best known for his immense illustrated works, particularly the Cérémonies et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde (Religious Ceremonies and Customs of All the Peoples of the World), which showcased his mastery of detail and chiaroscuro in the style of late Baroque engraving. His extensive body of work includes portraits, architectural views, and allegorical scenes.

Artist or Maker: Bernard Picart

Dimensions: Approximately 17 cm x 10 cm

Medium: Engraving

Date: Circa 1710

Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.