Fragments choisis dans les Peintures et les Tableaux les plus interessants des Palais et des Eglises d'Italie 1740 - 1806

This print, "Fragments choisis dans les Peintures et les Tableaux les plus interessants des Palais et des Eglises d'Italie," from the collection of Jean-Claude Richard, Abbé de Saint-Non, is a monochrome etching depicting two figures in the style of Italian Baroque. The print, which was created between 1740 and 1806, features two figures in mid-air, their drapery billowing around them. The figures are likely representing a classical scene, possibly from a play or a myth, and the etching style is evocative of 17th and 18th century Italian art, particularly the work of artists like Pietro da Cortona and Bernini. Saint-Non's collection of engravings focused on showcasing the beauty and artistry of Italy, and this piece is an excellent example of his appreciation for the Italian art of the period.