Amazing European horse breeds depicted in nine lithographs - 1822 by Giarre Luigi

Horse Breeds Known in Europe, Florence 1822, a unique set of nine stone lithographs by Italian painter, engraver, and graphic artist Luigi Giarrè (c. 1772-1844). Italian publisher Ridolfi Lithography, operating in Florence in the 19th century.

The collection consists of nine prints and an additional slightly smaller one with a legend, from the set of lithographs by painter Luigi Giarrè. It is assumed that the entire collection originally comprised twelve works, depicting the most beautiful known horse breeds in Europe, such as the Norman Arabian, English (racing), Spanish, Egyptian, Neapolitan, Roman, Tatar Turkish, Tuscan, German, and English. Florence 1822.

These works originate from a private palace in Milan, are in good condition, with some showing minor signs of wear such as age-related deterioration, including stains, spots, and browning of the old paper. 10 pieces are mounted in a carved wooden frame and painted in yellow Siena.

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