Bidspirit auction | Giuseppe Maria Mitelli (1634-1718) Povero

Giuseppe Maria Mitelli (1634-1718) Povero carneval eccolo morto/vien su vechiazza ti vogliam segare Etching 29,5 x 44 cm Satirical engraving. The 'Segavecchia' was a ritual celebrated in central Italy at the end of the Carnival in order to bring the earth's fertility after winter. Fine proof with large margins.