Antique 1870s Sir Edwin Landseer Rout of Comus and His Band Engraving 16"

Description

Late 19th century English engraving of "Rout of Comus and His Band" by Sir Edwin Landseer, engraved by James Charles Armytage, published by Virtue & Co Ltd, London. Shows a scene from Milton's poem, "Comus, a Masque," in which the enchanter Comus changes into monsters those who travel through his woods.

"Sir Edwin Henry Landseer RA (7 March 1802 – 1 October 1873) was an English painter and sculptor, well known for his paintings of animals – particularly horses, dogs, and stags. However, his best-known works are the lion sculptures at the base of Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square." (Source: Wikipedia)

"James Charles Armytage (c. 1802 – 28 April 1897) was an English engraver of the 19th century. He produced over 200 plates. He was described by John Ruskin in Modern Painters as "first rate" and Ruskin used Armytage for many of his books. He specialized in small books and by the end of his life he was considered the last to specialize in his profession." (Source: Wikipedia)

Condition

Good Overall - Light wear to frame; couple faint spots to paper

Dimensions

15.75" x 0.75" x 14" / Sans Frame - 12.75" x 9.25" (Width x Depth x Height)