The fountain of Egeria, Rome: a pool in a grotto next to the fountain. Aquatint by F. Jukes, 1796 after R. Freebairn.
- Freebairn, Robert, 1764-1808.
- Date:
- Decr. 1st. 1796
- Reference:
- 2925131i
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About this work
Description
Reputed to be the nymphaeum of Egeria, a nymph who according to legend instructed king Numa Pompilius of Rome in the laws and rituals of the ancient Roman religion. The grotto is next to the baths of Caracalla in Rome
Publication/Creation
London (No. 10 Howland Street) : F. Jukes, Decr. 1st. 1796.
Physical description
1 print : aquatint and etching, with watercolour ; image ca. 43.7 x 57.4 cm
Lettering
To the Right Hon.ble Lord Clive this view of the fountain at Egeria near Rome is most respectfully and humbly inscribed by his Lordships most obedient and oblig'd servants R. Freebairn and F. Jukes. From a picture by R. Freebairn. Engraved by F. Jukes
Reference
Wellcome Collection 2925131i
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Location Status Access Closed stores