According to a bas-relief by Francis Van Bossuit. A small stain, otherwise good condition. Deep burgundy fabric marquise, generally in good condition. Antique engraving – “Massacre of the Innocents, Ivory Bas-relief” – F. van Bossuit / B. Graat / M. Pool – Amsterdam, ca. 1720 Stunning 18th-century engraving, from the famous Cabinet of Ivory Bas-reliefs by François van Bossuit. Biblical scene of the Massacre of the Innocents, based on an ivory bas-relief by the sculptor F. van Bossuit (1635–1692), drawn by B. Graat and etched by M. Pool around 1710–1730. A fine and detailed work, typical of the Dutch Baroque school. Antique gilded wooden frame (slight wear on one corner), deep burgundy fabric marquise, very elegant. A few dust particles under the glass, otherwise the ensemble is in nice general condition, clean paper and no tears. The back of the frame is neat and clean. • Frame dimensions: 29 × 22.8 cm • View under the marquise: 26.7 × 20.8 cm • Engraving: approx. 18.5 × 12.5 cm • Weight: approx. 600 g Authentic and decorative work, of a beautiful print quality. Similar examples are preserved in the Rijksmuseum and the British Museum. Authenticity: Original Type: Engraving Period: 19th century and before Support: On paper Country of manufacture: France Genre: Classicism Features: Framed Theme: History, War