21. Copper engraving of the mine in Diósgyőr

... on the master's certificate of the local blacksmiths' guild.
The unusually richly decorated frame, embellished with lush floral motifs, is enriched by four charming small life scenes. At the top centre is the Hungarian coat of arms with a crown held by two angels. Saint Peter's figure is in the upper left corner, and Saint John's figure is on the right. Towards the lower left "Heinerich Fasoller 769” is engraved, and to the right "Jos. Grueber exc. Erlau" can be read. According to them, it was made by Frigyes Fazola and printed in Eger by József Gruber. The text is handwritten.
With a red wax seal in the lower centre and three signatures. 
Dated: Diósgyőr, X. 7, 1779.
Image size approx. 70 x 300 mm, the sheet is 445 x 555 mm. With small stains. Restored.
 
Starting price: 200 000 Ft