Bidspirit auction | Antonio Tempesta (1555-1630) Ostrich hunting

Antonio Tempesta (1555-1630) Ostrich hunting Etching 18,8 x 26,4 cm from the series Hunting scenes V. Published by François Langlois (1589-1647). The inscription on the lower margin: 'Ant. Tempesta invenit et sculp F.L.D. Il Ciartres excudit cum privilegio regis christianiss.'. Bartsch.XVII.167.1138. Fine impression printed on laid paper with watermark. Placed on a modern cardboard support and fixed to the upper margin only. Trimmed. Three small lacunas, repaired on the reverse with paper tape. For the rest in very good condition.