SET OF SIX EARLY 18TH CENTURY, OF THE PERIOD, ENGLISH HAND-COLORED SPORTING ENGRAVINGS, INCLUDING STAG HUNTING,Circa 1710, From The Gentlemans Recreations, Richard Blome (1635-1705), editor. Six, handcolored, of the period copperplate engravings, from Blome's The Gentlemans Recreations, the publication consisting of three parts, the first being an introduction to the liberal arts and sciences, and the balance depicting sporting images typical to the English countryside.
The first four are professionally framed in identical burlwood/gilt, moulded frames and handlined paper mats, and include images of stags resting and stag hunting, and measure 21 3/4" high x 16 1/2" wide, framed.
The last two are also professionally framed in a different moulding than the first four, but also with handlined paper mats, and include images of foxhunting. These two framed images measure 21 3/4" high x 16 1/2" wide. (6 total). Estimate $700-900
All are professionally framed, and in very good condition. Not examined out of frame, though none with visible tears to sheets. The color is very good. The condition of the frames is also very good. Glass is intact to all.
