Description

Interesting large early C19th coloured religious engraving or aquatint of St.Peter in water-gilded frame after the original oil by Grao Vasco .
Brightly-coloured engraving featuring a large central seated religious figure on a throne , depicting St.Peter holding ‘the keys to the kingdom of heaven’ .
The background depicting two scenes from the life of Christ, showing what appears to be St.Peter and disciples on left and a scene of the Crucifixion on the right .
The original oil on panel painting by the Portuguese artist Grao Vasco was conceived in circa 1529 as an altarpiece for a side altar in Viseu Cathedral. It in now exhibited in the Grao Vasco museum in Viseu.
Mounted in its original water-gilded frame surround , only minor rubbing and wear commensurate with age .
The engraving in excellent condition with strong, bright colours with no deterioration from sunlight exposure.
H 26”
W 24”
D 2”
Portugal c.1800
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
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Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees&Sons .
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Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
Internal Ref: ML 219

Dimensions

Height = 65 cm (26")
Width = 60 cm (24")
Depth = 5 cm (2")