Bidspirit auction | ENGRAVINGS AFTER PAINTINGS BY JEAN

ENGRAVINGS AFTER PAINTINGS BY JEAN BAPTISTE VANMOUR - A pair of antique engravings after paintings by Jean Baptiste Vanmour, Flemish-French, 1671 to 1737. One engraving depicts Peik, a member of the bodyguard of halberdiers, numbered 9 in the plate, while the other shows a Coffee Seller, numbered 56 in the plate. Published by Jacques le Hay in the early 18th century. Jean Baptiste Vanmour was a painter, remembered for his detailed portrayal of life in the Ottoman Empire during the Tulip Era and the rule of Sultan Ahmed III. Antique Prints And Oriental Art Collectibles. Dimensions Paper 16 3/4 x 12 1/2 in. Image 12 3/4 x 9 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Torn paper and stains. . Refer to photos. Sold As Is.