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Antique Royal Equestrian Engraving, Le Maneige Royal, France, 1666

$585.26
£432.12
€495VAT Included
CA$812.96
A$816.57
CHF 473.47
MX$9,962.95
NOK 5,479.37
SEK 5,622.12
DKK 3,774.34

About the Item

Antique Royal Equestrian Engraving, Le Maneige Royal, France, 1666 Description: Original antique engraving titled “Figure 5. 1 partie” from Antoine de Pluvinel’s Le Maneige Royal, published in 1666. This detailed early 17th-century equestrian print illustrates classical horse training techniques using pillars, set within the courtyard of the Louvre. The scene shows M. de Belleuille instructing King Louis XIII in the art of horsemanship, with horses, trainers, courtiers, and architectural details rendered in fine engraved linework. The composition includes the inscription “Gallerie du Louvre” in the background and visible captions identifying the figures. Engraved by Crispin de Passe the Younger, the image is notable for its richly detailed period costumes, courtly setting, and importance in the history of classical dressage and royal equestrian instruction. Details: Artist/Engraver: Crispin de Passe the Younger Author: Antoine de Pluvinel Work: Le Maneige Royal Date: 1666 Title: Figure 5. 1 partie Subject: Classical horse training, royal equestrian instruction, dressage, horses, Louvre courtyard Medium: Engraving Period: Mid 17th century Origin: France Condition: Antique condition with age toning, light foxing, handling marks, and visible fold lines consistent with age. Some discoloration and minor surface wear are present. Please review the images carefully, as they form part of the description. A highly collectible equestrian engraving of historical interest, especially suitable for collectors of antique horse prints, classical dressage material, French royal history, early riding manuals, or 17th-century architectural and costume imagery. Keywords: Antique engraving, Antoine de Pluvinel, Le Maneige Royal, 1625 engraving, Crispin de Passe, horse training, classical dressage, equestrian art, King Louis XIII, Louvre courtyard, French royal engraving, antique horse print, riding manual, 17th century engraving, dressage history.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.65 in (24.5 cm)Width: 12.88 in (32.7 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paper,Engraved
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    Mid-17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1666
  • Condition:
    Antique condition with age toning, light foxing, handling marks, and visible fold lines consistent with age. Some discoloration and minor surface wear are present. Please review the images carefully, as they form part of the description.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-14291-671stDibs: LU3054350910392

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