C1760

Vue du Dome et de la Tour de Pise qui penche de Six Toises 1/2 par Cercles

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Fine c.18th vue Optic of the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Construction of the tower occurred in three stages over 199 years with construction beginning on 9 August 1173. Vue Optic: During the c.18th “vues d’optique” became extremely popular in England … Read Full Description

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Full Title:

Vue du Dome et de la Tour de Pise qui penche de Six Toises 1/2 par Cercles

Date:

C1760

Artist:

Unknown

Condition:

Three small spots, otherwise in good condition.

Technique:

Copper engraving with original hand colouring.

Image Size:

420mm

x 205mm

Paper Size:

470mm

x 320mm

Genuine antique
dated:

1760

Description:

Fine c.18th vue Optic of the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Construction of the tower occurred in three stages over 199 years with construction beginning on 9 August 1173.

Vue Optic: During the c.18th “vues d’optique” became extremely popular in England and Europe. They capitalised on a market eager for the latest novelty. They were specifically designed to create the illusion of perspective when viewed with a zograscope or perspective glass. These viewing devices used a series of reflecting mirrors to enhance the illusion of depth in the print, creating a veritable “view” for the onlooker.