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Pierre Louis de Surugue

The Monkey Antiquarian

1743
Etching with engraving in black on ivory laid paper
27.6 × 22.8 cm (10.9 × 9 in)

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

The image of the antiquarian was perhaps somewhat less popular than that of the monkey painter, but these two prints were frequently reproduced. The caption here translates: In the obscure maze of ancient monuments Why, learned man, do you put yourself to so much trouble? For truly philosophical eyes, our century Provides enough to keep one busy.

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