The lake of Agnano. Etching by R. Morghen, ca. 1765-.
- Morghen, Raffaello, 1761-1833.
- Date:
- [1765?]
- Reference:
- 2855810i
- Pictures
About this work
Description
The lake is near Naples. The Grotta del Cane is on the right: noxious gases emitted from it were used in demonstrations to tourists of an experiment whereby the gases caused asphyxiation of a dog. A man is shown carrying a dead or unconscious dog away from the grotto, while three gentlemen inspect the site of the experiment
Publication/Creation
[Rome?] : [publisher not identified], [1765?]
Physical description
1 print : etching, with engraving ; platemark 15.2 x 26.5 cm
Contributors
Lettering
1. Grotta del cane. 2. Lago d'Agniano. 3. Camaldoli. Raf. Morghen fece
Reference
Wellcome Collection 2855810i
Type/Technique
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Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores2855810i.1Location Status Access Closed stores2855810i.2