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Mellan (Claude, 1598-1688) The Holy Face, or the Veil
Mellan (Claude, 1598-1688) The Holy Face, or the Veil
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Mellan (Claude, 1598-1688) The Holy Face, or the Veil of St Veronica, engraving, second state (of two) with lettering, a good impression, on laid paper with watermark of 'Vanderley', platemark 430 x 315 mm. (16 7/8 x 12 1/2 in), sheet 480 x 335 mm. (18 7/8 x 13 1/4 in), good margins, light central horizontal fold with small repaired split in left margin, repaired tear to upper right margin, minor surface dirt, [circa 1649 and later].

Literature:
LeBlanc 33

⁂ Mellan's masterpiece, achieved through a single continuous spiral line, showcases the technical brilliance of the engraver.
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Mellan (Claude, 1598-1688) The Holy Face, or the Veil

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Rupert Powell
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Max Hasler
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