The adoration of the shepherds
Printmaker:
Giovane, Francesco
(Attributed)
Painter:
Maratti, Carlo
(After)
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1816) by Fitzwilliam, Richard, 7th Viscount
The etching which this print reproduces is only known in a couple of impressions. It was apparently etched on a damaged copper plate, making it a strong possibility that Giovane himself etched a second version.
Accession number: 31.K.12-311
Primary reference Number: 179141
Illustrated Bartsch Commentary: 4704.001 C1
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Paintings, Drawings and Prints
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