Sculpture

DateCa. 1750

Publisher John Boydell

Publisher Frances Bull

Publisher William Herbert

OriginEngland, London

MediumBlack and white line engraving and etching with period color

DimensionsOH: 10 1/2" x OW: 14 1/4"; Plate: H: 9 7/8" x W: 14"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1959-430,5

DescriptionLower margin reads: "SCULPTURE / London. Printed & sold by W. Herbert on London Bridge, F. Bull on Ludgate Hill, & J. Boydel in Cheapside."
Label TextThis print is one in a set of five prints depicting allegorical representations of the arts and sciences including: Architecture, Astronomy, Painting, Poetry, and Sculpture. This scene represents sculpture. The outdoor workshop of a group of sculpture is shown. In the left corner a young boy works at a wheel getting the tools in proper shape for use. Just behind him one young man works at carving a female statue. Next to this group another man works at a fugure resting on a slab. A young gentleman and lady watch these people at work. Many other pieces of sculpture are to be seen around the garden.