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Description:
Hand colored lithographs. Paris, 1844-1858. Charles Lenormant (1802-1859) was a French archaeologist. He originally trained as a lawyer, but became enamored with archaeology after a visit to Italy and Sicily when he was 20. In 1825 he became the sub-inspector of fine arts. Widely travelled, while in Egypt he devoted himself to the study of architectural works. After returning from a trip to Greece he was appointed to a variety of positions, including curator of printed books in the Royal Library, and was elected a member of the Academy in 1839. He lectured on ancient history, primarily the origins of Greek civilization, at the Sorbonne. He moved from post to post, eventually, in 1848, being named director of the commission of historical monuments and in 1849 to the chair of archaeology in the College de France. He died in 1849 while on a trip to Egypt with his son. These striking antique lithographs, produced over a period of 14 years, with De Witte, are a fitting memorial to a dedicated scholar.
| Status: For Sale |
Reference#: 1038 |
| Condition:
Excellent |
Year:
approx 1830
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| Country:
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| Height:
14 in. (35.56 cm) |
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Width: 10.25 in. (26.03 cm)
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| Title:
Plate LXII |
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