Amsterdam, Aldewereldt, Pieter, Bleyswijck, François van, Leiden, Bookroom of the Gentlemen, Title page for: Richard Steele, The Bookroom of the Gentlemen, Amsterdam 1737, Interior of library with History and Father Time in frame with medallions showing subjects of literature, verso bottom center - stamped, A scholar stands in a library and points to a personification of History (Historia) who is taking notes of all memorable events, assisted by Father Time and under the watchful eye of Minerva and the truth. The interior is taken up by an architectural frame decorated with medallions suspended from bows. The medallions show subjects that are part of suitable men's literature, these are listed on banderoles. The theme of love is illustrated with a scene from the story of Hero and Leander, and the theme of idleness is linked to Bathsheba bathing in the garden at King David's palace., print, engraving, title page, prints, engravings, height 153 mm, width 93 mm, Noord-Nederlands, 1671-05-24 - 1746-10-15, print maker, printmaker, 1681 - 1737, fourth quarter 17th century, first quarter 18th century, second quarter 18th century, paper, etching, etchings, engraving (printing process), Work conception, after own design by, Publication (Event), Publication, publisher
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