Rare first edition of this unusual bird's-eye view
Venice by Giacomo Franco. c. 1609
This queer view of Venice, unusually upwards orientated, is seen as if it were under a lens or inside a sphere. The view and its round motif are placed in the centre of a sumptuous cartouche. A view of Rialto Bridge stands above, while another one with the winged lion is placed below.
In the second state, the illustration is seen as the frontispiece of a work describing the costumes and dresses of the Venetian people, as well as processions and other ceremonies.
Giacomo Franco (1550- 1620)
Engraver of Venice.
Venetia.
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Venice by Giacomo Franco.
Title: Venetia.
First state (of three).
Engraver: Giacomo Franco.
Date: c. 1609.
Copper engraving, printed on paper.
Image size: 230 x 170mm (9.06 x 6.69 inches).
Sheet size: 310 x 205mm (12.2 x 8.07 inches).
Verso: Blano text.
Condition: Excellent.
Condition Rating: A+.
This queer view of Venice, unusually upwards orientated, is seen as if it were under a lens or inside a sphere. The view and its round motif are placed in the centre of a sumptuous cartouche. A view of Rialto Bridge stands above, while another one with the winged lion is placed below.
In the second state, the illustration is seen as the frontispiece of a work describing the costumes and dresses of the Venetian people, as well as processions and other ceremonies.
Giacomo Franco (1550- 1620)
Engraver of Venice.
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