9035 Bernard de Montfaucon (1655–1741) – Urne Sepulcrale (Sepulchral Urn) – Engraving (1724)
This print is an archaeological illustration depicting a single, elaborate Roman sepulchral urn or funerary monument. The urn is highly decorated, featuring twisted columns at the corners, an inscription tablet in the center, and a bas-relief panel below showing mythological or heroic figures, possibly a combat scene. This detailed engraving served as visual documentation for Bernard de Montfaucon’s monumental study of classical antiquity, "L'Antiquité expliquée et representée en figures" (Antiquity Explained and Represented in Figures).
Bernard de Montfaucon was an influential French Benedictine scholar and one of the founding figures of modern archaeology and paleography. His primary academic achievement was his comprehensive, ten-volume illustrated encyclopedia, "L'Antiquité expliquée," which meticulously cataloged and systematized the knowledge of ancient monuments, artifacts, and daily life, making it a foundational resource for classical studies.
Artist or Maker: Bernard de Montfaucon
Dimensions: Approximately 42 cm x 25 cm
Medium: Engraving
Date: 1724
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.
| Värdering | 300 - 400 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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