Conrad Faber von Kreuznach, “Siege of Ambracia”, c. 1530–33

Conrad Faber von Kreuznach (aka Konrad Faber von Creuznach; [formerly] “Master of the Holzhausen Portraits”) (1495–1558)

“Siege of Ambracia” c. 1530–33

Note: The same woodcut image also appears in “Römische Historien” on page 153 (verso page CLII [152]), illustrating the “Siege of Tarentum.” It is common in this publication to use the same image to depict different episodes. For reference, see the earlier listing: https://www.printsandprinciples.com/2024/05/conrad-faber-von-kreuznach-siege-of.html?m=0.

Technical Details & Condition:

Woodcut on fine laid paper with letterpress text printed on both recto and verso. The woodcut appears on page CCCLXII (362) from the 1533 German edition of the Roman Historian, Livy’s (aka Titus Livius) (59/64 BC–17 AD) “Römische Historien” (Roman Histories). This edition was printed, edited, and published by Johannes Schoeffer (c. 1475–1531), translated from Latin by Bernhard Schöfferlin (c. 1436–1501) and Ivo Wittich (1456–1507), with contributions by Nicolaus Carbach (aka Nicolaum Carbachium) (1485–c. 1534) and Jakob Micyllus (aka Jacobum Micyllum) (1503–1558). An edition from 1538 is available for viewing on Archive.org: see https://archive.org/details/gri_33125011080492/page/n717/mode/2up.

The notation “Pp ij” below the text on the recto indicates the signature marks for the printer and book binder, signifying that this is the second leaf (“ij” or “ii”) in the quire labelled “Pp”.

The impression is strong and well-printed—most likely a lifetime impression, as evidenced by the quality of the line work and minimal signs of wear to the printing plate. Aside from a faint stain at the lower centre, the sheet is in excellent condition—free of tears, holes, folds, and significant stains.

Dimensions:

• Sheet: 30.5 x 19.6 cm
• Woodcut image borderline: 12.1 x 14.7 cm

Price & Shipping:

AU$298 (approx. US$212.54 / €180.24 / £156.66), including worldwide express shipping. Import duties and taxes (if any) are the buyer’s responsibility.

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