Hendrik Goltzius (1558-1617), Melpomene, 1592

Hendrik Goltzius (1558-1617)
Melpomene, 1592

Engraving, 24,6 x 16,7 cm (plate); 40,8 x 29 cm (sheet)

From the Nine Muses series. State II / 4, before the printer address, with the number 3 and the initials HG on the lower part of the imprint. New Hollstein 131.II; Bartsch III.46.148; Strauss n. 301

Very fine, well inked, flawless impression. The platemark clearly visible. Printed on laid paper with large watermark. Sheet in perfect condition, reinforced left edge, slight oxidation along the edges.