Francesco Bartolozzi
The Celebrated Moral Philosopher Socrates while under Sentence of Death at Athens
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artist:
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title:The Celebrated Moral Philosopher Socrates while under Sentence of Death at Athens
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date created:1782
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after:Angelica Kauffmann (1741 - 1807) Swiss
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materials:Etching and engraving on paper
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measurements:Platemark: 24.70 x 20.20 cm
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accession number:P 8936
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Francesco Bartolozzi
Francesco Bartolozzi
Bartolozzi was an extremely successful engraver, both in Italy and in England. Born in Florence, he did not follow his father’s career path as a gold and silver-smith - instead his artistic flair saw him study painting with Ignazio Hugford and Giovanni Domenico Ferretti. Three years later...