Bidspirit auction | Mariano Fortuny (1838 - 1874)

Mariano Fortuny (1838 - 1874) Spain “Gentleman of Gouda” - Mariano Fortuny(Maria Josep Maria Bernat Fortuny i Marsal) (Spanish, 1838 - 1874) “Gentleman of Gouda”Antique etching on wove paper. 1880. Signed in the plate. Excellent plate placement. Image Size 5 1/4 x 6 1/5 inches. Piece is housed in original frame and Mat. Mat shows wear but piece is in overall good condition. Mariano Fortuny y Madrazo was a Spanish polymath, artist, inventor and fashion designer who opened his couture house in 1906 and continued until 1946. He was the son of the painter Mariano Fortuny y Marsal Condition: The absence of a condition report does not imply an object is free of defects. All items may have normal signs of age and wear commensurate with their age; these issues will likely not be mentioned in the condition report. Please contact the auction house before the auction with any condition questions. Questions about condition will not be answered after purchase. Condition reports are provided as a courtesy, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions. Important note on frames: Frames are not guaranteed to be in the same condition as they are in the item photograph. Due to handling and shipping, many frames, especially antique ones, are prone to losses. If you have questions about the condition of a frame, please contact us prior to the auction.