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bracket with eagle

Print
1763 (published)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This print is by the French engraver Francois Vivares, who settled in England. He was known for his landscapes and portraits. This ornament print shows an eagle in a bracket which is decorated with acanthus leaf and acorn motifs.


Object details

Category
Object type
Titlebracket with eagle (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Engraving on paper
Brief description
Unknown designer, ornament print showing a bracket with an eagle motif, etched by Francois Vivares, January 1763.
Physical description
A print showing a decoration with an eagle and leaf designs.
Dimensions
  • Height: 30cm
  • Width: 16.7cm
Marks and inscriptions
'Publish by F. Vivares to Act of Parliament Janu 1763'
Subjects depicted
Summary
This print is by the French engraver Francois Vivares, who settled in England. He was known for his landscapes and portraits. This ornament print shows an eagle in a bracket which is decorated with acanthus leaf and acorn motifs.
Collection
Accession number
13600

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Record createdDecember 1, 2005
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