Description Depicts two elegantly dressed figures from the 18th century engaged in an activity representing the sense of smell. One person is holding a smoking pipe and a tobacco jar, while the other gestures with their hand, possibly wafting smoke. A rose lies on the table, symbolizing the sense of smell. This version has been hand-colored, with vibrant purple and green hues in the clothing and a rose in pink. Made by Johann Jakob Haid after Johann Philipp Haid. Medium: Mezzotint engraving with hand-coloring on hand-laid (verge) paper. Sheet size: 17 x 19 cm (6.69 x 7.48 inch). Image size: 17 x 19 cm. (6.69 x 7.48 inch). Condition: good, given age. The sheet has been cut down, with some light creasing and wear along the edges. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully. HAND-COLORED, L’ODORAT, JOHANN PHILIPP HAID, SENSE OF SMELL, ALLEGORY, 18TH CENTURY, MEZZOTINT | PCO-E21-11 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Published by J.J. Haid et fils, Augsburg, 1760. Biography engraver: Johann Jakob Haid (1704-1767) was a German engraver and mezzotint artist based in Augsburg. He became well known for his detailed mezzotint portraits and allegorical works, and his prints were widely distributed across Europe. Biography artist: Johann Philipp Haid (1730-1806) was a notable German engraver and mezzotint artist. He was born in Augsburg, Germany, and became well-known for his detailed and expressive portraits. Haid’s works often depicted prominent figures of his time, and he collaborated with various publishers to produce high-quality prints.
