Research Catalog

[Orpheus]

Title
[Orpheus] [graphic] / L. Penet sc.
Author
Penet, Lucien Francois, 1834-1901.
Publication
1892.

Details

Additional Authors
  • Avery, Samuel Putnam, 1822-1904.
  • Lucas, George A., 1826-1898.
  • Moreau, Gustave, 1826-1898.
  • S.P. Avery Collection.
Description
1 print : etching; 24 x 15 cm.
Summary
Reproductive print after a painting by Gustave Moreau depicting the severed head of Orpheus on his lyre, held by a maiden. Two turtles (tortoises) appear in the foreground. Includes a remarque.
Subject
  • Orpheus (Greek mythological character)
  • Beheading
  • Lyre
  • Turtles in art
Genre/Form
  • Etchings – French – 19th century.
  • Remarques.
  • Reproductive prints – French – 19th century.
Note
  • Title devised by cataloger.
  • Inscribed, lower margin: Epreuve tir'ee pour M. G.A. Lucas, membre de la Société des aquafortistes francais.
Access (note)
  • Restricted access;
Cite As (note)
  • S.P. Avery Collection.
Indexes/Finding Aids (note)
  • Finding aid available.
Provenance (note)
  • Gift of Samuel Putnam Avery, 1900. Inscribed to G.A. Lucas.
Linking Entry (note)
  • Forms part of Samuel Putnam Avery Collection.
Call Number
MEZAC
OCLC
NYPG98-F140
Author
Penet, Lucien Francois, 1834-1901.
Title
[Orpheus] [graphic] / L. Penet sc.
Imprint
1892.
Restricted Access
Restricted access; Print Collection; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.
Cite As:
S.P. Avery Collection.
Indexes
Finding aid available.
Linking Entry
Forms part of Samuel Putnam Avery Collection.
Provenance
Gift of Samuel Putnam Avery, 1900. Inscribed to G.A. Lucas.
Added Author
Avery, Samuel Putnam, 1822-1904. Collector
Lucas, George A., 1826-1898. Collector
Moreau, Gustave, 1826-1898.
S.P. Avery Collection.
Research Call Number
MEZAC
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