Bidspirit auction | Angelica Kauffman Engraving Troilus &

Angelica Kauffman Engraving Troilus & Cressida Boydell Gallery 1795 - A large format Neoclassical engraving on paper support by T. Schiavonetti (Italian, 1752-1818) after Angelica Kauffman (Swiss/British, 1741-1807) illustrating a dramatic scene from William Shakespeare's tragedy, Troilus and Cressida. The scene depicts five figures in classical attire within a draped interior, representing the moment of confrontation or separation in Act IV, Scene II. This print was produced for John and Josiah Boydell's celebrated Shakespeare Gallery, a major publishing venture of the late 18th century. Inscribed lower left: ”Painted by Angelica Kauffman.” Inscribed lower right: ”Engraved by T. Schiavonetti.” Inscribed below the title: ”Published Sep 1st 1795, by J. & J. Boydell, at the Shakspeare Gallery... LONDON.” Dimensions: 29”L x 23.5”H Condition: Good.