TWO 18TH CENTURY WILLIAM PARS HANDCOLORED ENGRAVINGS FROM IONIAN ANTIQUITIES,Richard Chandler ( English, 1737-1810). Published Society of Dilettanti, 1769-1797. Two matted, of the period prints consisting of the Gymnasium at Troas (#89084.1) and plate Chapter IV, Plate 1, Ruins with Corinthium Columns (title supplied) (#89087.1), the first measuring 13 1/2" high x 20 1/2" wide, the second, 13 5/8" high x 20 3/4" wide.
'In 1764, Richard Chandler was sent by the Society of Dilettanti to explore the antiquities of Ionia and Greece, accompanied by architect Nicholas Revett and painter Williams Pars, over the course of two years. The Societys' aims were to promtoe the study of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations and to give patronage to young British artists. Pars' watercolors were engraved for Ionian Antiquities in two large folios. The volumes proved to be a vital source of inspiration to English and American architectural classicism as well as providing illustrations of several sites that have since been destroyed.'
Estimate $200-300
From the Collection of The Old Print Gallery, Washington, DC.
Minor toning, no tears. Good color and impression.
