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A single aquatint plate drawn and engraved after the original pieces in the Hamilton collection. The plate most probably depicts a fragment of a funerary naiskos scene from a volute krater. This particular plate is a part of the “fifth volume”.
Tischbein had left Naples with the ‘materials’ of Hamilton’s catalog, and for some years aspired to continue publication. In 1819, he abandoned the project, selling the materials to Alexander von Rennenkampff, who in turn sold them to the Stuttgart publishing house of J.F. Cotta, where they languished. Among these materials were many matrices which had never been published. Some sets of proof impressions taken from these plates circulated. Often referred to as a ‘fifth volume’, these sets contain varying numbers of plates.
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About Hamilton: Sir William Hamilton (1730 – 1803) served as the British ambassador to Naples from 1764 to 1800, a time when the city was flourishing. As an avid antiquarian, he built one of the world’s most remarkable collections of ancient Greek and Roman artifacts. In addition to his duties as ambassador, Hamilton was renowned for his knowledge of Naples and his friendly hospitality toward English visitors on the “Grand Tour.” With his infectious enthusiasm, he shared his admiration for the wonders of Naples and the beauty of ancient art, inspiring many of his aristocratic guests to develop a genuine appreciation for antiquities. This newfound appreciation gave rise to the neo-classical style and led to the acquisition of ancient artifacts by many of England’s grand estates.
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Artist: Johann Heinrich Wilhelm Tischbein
Technique: Hand-colored aquatint engraving
Year: [1803]
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Dimensions: 57 x 44 (plate); 43,5 x 41 cm (print)
Condition: Uncut, light staining around the edges, in excellent condition overall.
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