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In an oval frame with garlands and, underneath, symbols of chivalry (lance, sword, crown...) and symbols of pastoral literature (flutes, harp...).
Excellent drawing and engraving; remarkable light and shadow effects.
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| Image | 1910-Edinburgh-Grant-01-002-p |
| Illustration No. | 1 |
| Illustrator | Adolphe Lalauze |
| Engraver | Adolphe Lalauze |
| Lithographer | |
| Title Caption | |
| Title Supplied | Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra |
| Part | Part I, Madrid 1605 |
| Chapter | 02. Frontispiece |
| Subject |
02.1 Portrait of Cervantes |
| Illustration Type |
Portrait |
| Technique |
Etching (acquaforte) |
| Color | Black and white |
| Volume | I |
| Page Number | f. title page |
| Image Dimension | 133 x 86 |
| Page Dimension | 254 x 155 |
| Commentary | Cervantes' portrait based on the model designed by Castillo for Madrid: Ibarra, 1780 with light changes.
In an oval frame with garlands and, underneath, symbols of chivalry (lance, sword, crown...) and symbols of pastoral literature (flutes, harp...). Excellent drawing and engraving; remarkable light and shadow effects. |
| Notes | 1 - Same plate first engraved for Edinburgh: William Paterson, 1879-84. |