Christophe Weigel (1654-1725)
Der Advocat (The Lawyer)
Original antique copper engraving
1698, Regensberg Germany
Published by P. Abraham a Santa Clara
14 x 20 cm
Framed 28 x 23 cm
Luxury frame, double passe-partout with handmade gilded linings and museum glass
Publication
Published in 1698: 'Abbildung Der Gemein-Nützlichen Haupt-Stände Von denen Regenten Und ihren So in Friedens- als Kriegs-Zeiten zugeordneten Bedienten an, biß auf alle Künstler Und Handwercker'
The publication contains detailed copper engravings of professionals in their field. The professions are also thoroughly described.
The complete publication can be found here.
Christophe Weigel
German engraver, art dealer and publisher Christophe Weigel was born at Redwitz, Egerland, and died in Nuremberg.
After his death, his widow published this work in 1734.