Raphael Sanzio Morghen (Italian, 1758-1833). After Guido Reni (Italian, 1575-1642). Drawn by Antonio Cavallucci (Italian, 1752-1795). "Quadrijugis Invectus Equis Sol Aureus Exit ..." copper engraving, ca. 1787. A rare original 18th century engraving of Apollo preceded by Aurora after a fresco at the Rospigliosi Palace in Rome by Guido Reni (1575-1642). In this composition Apollo rides his chariot and is surrounded by maidens or the Hours. He is bringing light to Aurora in the form of Phosphorus as a putto personifying the morning star, holding a torch, and illuminating the path towards Aurora. A very rare original engraving as most examples reside in the permanent collections of museums. Size (plate mark): 20" L x 36" W (50.8 cm x 91.4 cm) Size (sheet): 26.25" L x 41.75" W (66.7 cm x 106 cm)

The Latin Inscription below the image reads: "QUADRIJUGIS INVECTUS EQUIS SOL AUREUS EXIT / CUI SEPTEM VARIIS CIRCUMSTAT VESTIBUS HORAE / LUCIFER ANTEVOLAT RAPIDI FUGE LAMPADA SOLIS / AURORA UMBRARUM VICTRIX NE VICTA RECEDAS"

Provenance: Jon and Mary Williams private art collection, Denver, Colorado, USA

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  • Condition: Wear commensurate with age showing stains and tears/losses to peripheries that do not impact the central image.

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