Joost de Pape (1619–1646) – Statue of a Roman Orator – Copperplate Engraving by Peeter van de Bailliu (17th Century)

Joost de Pape (1619–1646) – Statue of a Roman Orator – Copperplate Engraving by Peeter van de Bailliu (17th Century)
This finely executed copperplate engraving features a classical Roman orator in a dignified pose, his right hand raised to his chest, symbolizing authority and eloquence. The figure is shown in a traditional toga, standing atop a plinth inscribed with classical lettering and a heraldic emblem. The work belongs to the 17th-century antiquarian tradition of recording Greco-Roman statuary, combining archaeological interest with idealized artistic rendering. The composition was drawn byJoost de Pape (1619–1646), a Flemish artist known for his detailed classical studies, and engraved by Peeter van de Bailliu, an accomplished printmaker active in Antwerp and Paris. Their collaboration reflects the Baroque-era fascination with antiquity and its visual transmission through print.Artist or Maker: Joost de Pape (artist), Peeter van de Bailliu (engraver)Dimensions: 37 cm x 24 cmMedium: Copperplate EngravingDate: 17th CenturyCondition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.