Hieronymus Sperling , Original Engraving on Paper, Fortuna:
Original engraving on paper by German master engraver Hieronymus Sperling. Entitled Audentes Fortuna Juvat (Fortune Favors the Bold), it is inspired by Virgil’s epic poem the Aeneid, book X. A Classical nude representation of Fortuna leads the ship towards glory and Sperling included lunettes with heroic figures. On the lower part: Hieronymus Sperling delineavit et Sculptsit. Housed a warm brown wood frame and a white mat. Frame size: 12.25″L x 10.75″H x 1″W. Sight size: 7.75″L x 6.50″H.
Artist: Hieronymus Sperling (German, 1695-1777)
Issued: 18th century
Dimensions: See Description
Country of Origin: Germany
Condition
Age related wear. Minor soiling.
