Bartolomeo Pinelli Cavalcature Rome Italy Antique 16x13 Etching Italy 1809
An original antique etching by renowned Italian artist Bartolomeo Pinelli (1781–1835) titled "Cavalcature che conducono le bestie bovine in Roma, per macellare" ("Horsemen Driving Cattle into Rome for Slaughter"). The plate is signed in the lower left "Pinelli Fec. 1809 Rom." and depicts one of the occupational scenes from Pinelli's celebrated Costumi di Roma series documenting the daily life, trades, and customs of early 19th-century Rome.
This energetic composition captures mounted cattle drivers urging livestock toward Rome's markets and slaughterhouses. Pinelli's masterful linework and dynamic movement showcase his ability to portray authentic Roman life, making this an excellent example of Neoclassical genre art transitioning into the Romantic period. The original etching is professionally matted and housed in a stained hardwood frame under glass, making it ready for display.
Artist: Bartolomeo Pinelli (1781–1835)
Title: Cavalcature che conducono le bestie bovine in Roma, per macellare
English Translation: Horsemen Driving Cattle into Rome for Slaughter
Date: 1809
Signed in Plate: "Pinelli Fec. 1809 Rom."
Series: Costumi di Roma (Roman Customs)
Art Period: Neoclassical / Early Romantic
Style: Italian Genre Scene
Subject: Roman cattle drivers on horseback herding livestock into Rome
Medium: Original etched engraving (intaglio)
Image Support: Laid or wove paper
Publisher: Bartolomeo Pinelli
Place of Origin: Rome, Italy
Frame Type: Stained hardwood. Rectangular gallery frame with hanging hardware on rear.
Matted: Yes, Cream
Glazing: Under glass
Condition: Good antique condition with attractive age toning and minor foxing. Frame shows scratches, finish wear, and small edge losses consistent with age while remaining display-ready.
Framed size: 16 1/4" x 13 1/4"
Image inside matting: 12" x 8 1/4"
2lb 3oz
SKU 9556
This energetic composition captures mounted cattle drivers urging livestock toward Rome's markets and slaughterhouses. Pinelli's masterful linework and dynamic movement showcase his ability to portray authentic Roman life, making this an excellent example of Neoclassical genre art transitioning into the Romantic period. The original etching is professionally matted and housed in a stained hardwood frame under glass, making it ready for display.
Artist: Bartolomeo Pinelli (1781–1835)
Title: Cavalcature che conducono le bestie bovine in Roma, per macellare
English Translation: Horsemen Driving Cattle into Rome for Slaughter
Date: 1809
Signed in Plate: "Pinelli Fec. 1809 Rom."
Series: Costumi di Roma (Roman Customs)
Art Period: Neoclassical / Early Romantic
Style: Italian Genre Scene
Subject: Roman cattle drivers on horseback herding livestock into Rome
Medium: Original etched engraving (intaglio)
Image Support: Laid or wove paper
Publisher: Bartolomeo Pinelli
Place of Origin: Rome, Italy
Frame Type: Stained hardwood. Rectangular gallery frame with hanging hardware on rear.
Matted: Yes, Cream
Glazing: Under glass
Condition: Good antique condition with attractive age toning and minor foxing. Frame shows scratches, finish wear, and small edge losses consistent with age while remaining display-ready.
Framed size: 16 1/4" x 13 1/4"
Image inside matting: 12" x 8 1/4"
2lb 3oz
SKU 9556
Description
An original antique etching by renowned Italian artist Bartolomeo Pinelli (1781–1835) titled "Cavalcature che conducono le bestie bovine in Roma, per macellare" ("Horsemen Driving Cattle into Rome for Slaughter"). The plate is signed in the lower left "Pinelli Fec. 1809 Rom." and depicts one of the occupational scenes from Pinelli's celebrated Costumi di Roma series documenting the daily life, trades, and customs of early 19th-century Rome.
This energetic composition captures mounted cattle drivers urging livestock toward Rome's markets and slaughterhouses. Pinelli's masterful linework and dynamic movement showcase his ability to portray authentic Roman life, making this an excellent example of Neoclassical genre art transitioning into the Romantic period. The original etching is professionally matted and housed in a stained hardwood frame under glass, making it ready for display.
Artist: Bartolomeo Pinelli (1781–1835)
Title: Cavalcature che conducono le bestie bovine in Roma, per macellare
English Translation: Horsemen Driving Cattle into Rome for Slaughter
Date: 1809
Signed in Plate: "Pinelli Fec. 1809 Rom."
Series: Costumi di Roma (Roman Customs)
Art Period: Neoclassical / Early Romantic
Style: Italian Genre Scene
Subject: Roman cattle drivers on horseback herding livestock into Rome
Medium: Original etched engraving (intaglio)
Image Support: Laid or wove paper
Publisher: Bartolomeo Pinelli
Place of Origin: Rome, Italy
Frame Type: Stained hardwood. Rectangular gallery frame with hanging hardware on rear.
Matted: Yes, Cream
Glazing: Under glass
Condition: Good antique condition with attractive age toning and minor foxing. Frame shows scratches, finish wear, and small edge losses consistent with age while remaining display-ready.
Framed size: 16 1/4" x 13 1/4"
Image inside matting: 12" x 8 1/4"
2lb 3oz
SKU 9556
This energetic composition captures mounted cattle drivers urging livestock toward Rome's markets and slaughterhouses. Pinelli's masterful linework and dynamic movement showcase his ability to portray authentic Roman life, making this an excellent example of Neoclassical genre art transitioning into the Romantic period. The original etching is professionally matted and housed in a stained hardwood frame under glass, making it ready for display.
Artist: Bartolomeo Pinelli (1781–1835)
Title: Cavalcature che conducono le bestie bovine in Roma, per macellare
English Translation: Horsemen Driving Cattle into Rome for Slaughter
Date: 1809
Signed in Plate: "Pinelli Fec. 1809 Rom."
Series: Costumi di Roma (Roman Customs)
Art Period: Neoclassical / Early Romantic
Style: Italian Genre Scene
Subject: Roman cattle drivers on horseback herding livestock into Rome
Medium: Original etched engraving (intaglio)
Image Support: Laid or wove paper
Publisher: Bartolomeo Pinelli
Place of Origin: Rome, Italy
Frame Type: Stained hardwood. Rectangular gallery frame with hanging hardware on rear.
Matted: Yes, Cream
Glazing: Under glass
Condition: Good antique condition with attractive age toning and minor foxing. Frame shows scratches, finish wear, and small edge losses consistent with age while remaining display-ready.
Framed size: 16 1/4" x 13 1/4"
Image inside matting: 12" x 8 1/4"
2lb 3oz
SKU 9556
Bartolomeo Pinelli Cavalcature Rome Italy Antique 16x13 Etching Italy 1809
$120.00