"Virgin Forest, Philippines" 1836
"Virgin Forest, Philippines" 1836
Louis Gabriel Domeny de Rienzi
Engraving
1836
Up for sale is a beautiful antique engraving by Louis Domeny de Rienzi entitled "Virgin Forest, Philippines" printed in 1836. This nearly 200 year old print depicts a beautiful thick forest view with a river to the left and two native figures with spears in the center. Expertly printed the detail in all the different plants are excellently 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 of the "Virgin Forest of the Philippines" but if you have any questions please feel free to ask prior to purchasing!