Catholic Church, Philippines 1836
Catholic Church, Philippines 1836
Fine early 19th century engraving
Printed 1836
Louis de Rienzi
Up for sale is a beautiful and rare antique engraving by Louis Domeny de Rienzi depicting a 18th century Catholic Church in the Philippine forest printed in 1836. This nearly 200 year old print depicts a beautiful thatched roof church with even a bell tower with a rope coming down from it. Expertly printed the detail in all the different plants are excellently well executed and the print overall is very pleasing to view. This was purchased from a gallery in Asia and brought back the the U.S. remaining in its original beautiful wood frame with a double white matting. The frame measures 12.5 x 11.5 inches while the print measures roughly 6 x 4 inches and in excellent condition with some minimal discoloration. The images provided accurately represent the quality, condition and aesthetic beauty of this fine antique engraving but if you have any questions please feel free to ask prior to purchasing!