Ancient World, Mythology, Ercolano, Herculaneum, Nicolaus Vanni

Engraved by Fran. Cepparoli in Napoli after Nicolaus Vanni Rom. Copper etching from "Raccolta di Pitture d'Ercolano", a collection of prints which was published between the years 1752 - 1762. A very attractive series, decorative and impressive! The prints were made from frescos and artifactsexcavated in Herculaneum. Below most images are the words "Palmo Romano" and "Palmo Napolitano" with a measurement shown for each size of the palm of the hand. This was an antique Italian measurement system. Original antique print   Very good condition. Wide margins. Image size:22 x 32 (8.6 x 12.5 " )