Description: Method of payment Sarcophagus made of Porphyry for Constantia, from the Church of Saint Constance - 1811 Copper Plate Print This sarcophagus was made for Constantine's daughter, Constantia (also known as Constantina or Costanza), who died in 354 AD. Originally it was in the mausoleum built for her, later consecrated as a church in 1256, now the church of Santa Constanza in Rome. The sarcophagus is made of porphyry, probably quarried in Egypt; this stone was associated with imperial purposes. The peacocks and the lamb at the base of the sarcophagus are Christian symbols although the winged putti and the grape harvest motif began as a Bacchic theme. The mask on the lid is also Bacchic in origin. The sarcophagus is decorated with reliefs of putti harvesting grapes (a common theme in classical art and seen as well in the mosaics of the barrel-vaulted ambulatory). SUBJECT/TOPIC: A exceptional engraving from a 1811 book on Roman and Greek tombs, sepulchral chambers and mausoleums, as well as accompanying ornamental objects. This engraved copper plate print has exceptional detail; NOTE: The picture does not capture the fine detail in this print. Lettering is very legible, it just does not photograph well. Most apparent shading (especially along edges) is not in print but due to a paper unevenness effect in photography. PUBLISHED DATE 1811 210+ years old ENGRAVER/ARTIST Unknown SOURCE Published by H. Moses , 1811 NOTES Reverse is blank. IMAGE SIZE: approx PRINT (PAGE) SIZE: approx 6.5 X 8.5 INCHES CONDITION Exceptional detail; stray mark; NICE INSPECT PHOTO. TYPE INFO Original print PLEASE CHECK OUT MY OTHER AUCTIONS/EBAY STORE ITEMS PRESS HERE TO VISIT MY STORE Condition: See photo. International buyers are responsible for all import fees and taxes. Alabama residents responsible for 8% sales tax. Shipping costs: Shipping costs on this item are $3.05. My shipping costs are calculated on three factors - getting your item to you as quickly as possible, as cost effectively as possible, and as safely as possible. I pride myself in providing optimal protection. I use First Class or Priority Mail on most small items; Parcel Post on larger items; and Media Mail on books and magazines. You may request expedited shipment if you are willing to pay costs. Feedback: Please leave positive feedback when you receive your purchase and are satisfied. This lets me know you received the item. I will respond with positive feedback for you. History-On-Paper Item #1220-1014
Price: 24 USD
Location: Enterprise, Alabama
End Time: 2024-12-27T15:33:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: 3.35 USD
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