9036 Bernard de Montfaucon (1655–1741) – Urnes Sepulcrales (Sepulchral Urns) – Engraving (1724)
This print contains two illustrations of Roman funerary monuments or sepulchral urns, both heavily decorated with grapevines, leaves, and mythological or allegorical figures. The upper image shows a rectangular urn featuring an inscription and a relief of two intertwined figures, while the lower image depicts a round basin-like monument covered in dense grape and leaf motifs with a central inscription. This detailed engraving was created to document classical artifacts for Bernard de Montfaucon’s authoritative catalogue, "L'Antiquité expliquée et representée en figures" (Antiquity Explained and Represented in Figures).
Bernard de Montfaucon was an influential French Benedictine scholar, recognized as a founding figure of modern archaeology and paleography. His monumental, ten-volume illustrated encyclopedia, "L'Antiquité expliquée," systematically documented ancient visual culture—including countless artifacts and monuments—and served as a fundamental reference for classical studies throughout the eighteenth century.
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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