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an old drawing of a group of people sitting around a table
Jeschke Jádi Auctions Berlin

631 - Prestel, Johann Gottlieb
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Estimate €200 - €300
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Description
Prestel, Johann Gottlieb Couple in conversation. c. 1770. Copperplate engraving on vellum. 19.5 x 14.5 cm (24.5 x 18.5 cm). Signed on the plate. Le Blanc 108. – Johann Gottlieb Prestel was a German painter, copperplate engraver and art dealer. He became particularly well known for his masterful etchings and reproductions of famous paintings by the Old Masters, which he created together with his wife, Maria Katharina Prestel. Prestel’s richly detailed copperplate engravings contributed significantly to the dissemination and appreciation of great works of art of his time. His works demonstrate a high degree of technical precision and a subtle sense of light and shadow. - The sheet is browned due to age, with some handling marks and creases, as well as a small hole in the top right-hand corner. Some staining, including on the reverse. Overall, the plate edge is still clearly defined. A crisp print with fine contrasts. Couple in conversation. Copper engraving on wove paper. Signed on the plate. – Le Blanc 108. – Johann Gottlieb Prestel (1739–1808) was a German painter, engraver and art dealer. He became particularly famous for his masterful etchings and reproductions of famous paintings by the old masters, which he created together with his wife, Maria Katharina Prestel. Prestel’s detailed engravings contributed significantly to the dissemination and appreciation of the great works of art of his time. His works are characterised by high technical precision and a fine sense of light and shadow. - The sheet is browned due to its age, with some signs of handling and creases, as well as a small hole in the top right-hand corner. There are some stains, including on the reverse. Overall still in good condition, with a clearly defined platemark. A crisp impression with fine contrasts.
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Auction time 10/24/2026 at 10:00 AM
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