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Nightingall, Miles, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the genuine collection of pictures, of Mrs. Gamberini, widow of the late Charles Gamberini Esq., deceased, by whom these pictures were collected, at a great expence out of the principal cabinets abroad : consisting of the most eminent and approved masters of the Italian and other schools, amongst which are the undoubted works of Titian, Corregio, Raphael, Rembrant, Rubens, Vandyke, Poussin, Albert Durer, Carracci, Guercino, Guido, Zucharelli, Demenichino, Gio. Dom. Porta, Michael Angelo and other scarce performances, some remarkably curious : also her houshold furniture, an exceeding fine ton'd double key'd harpsichord, by Hawes of Hamburgh : a ditto single key'd harpsichord, with two unison, by Jos. Shudi, in a neat mahogany case : a neat brass measuring wheel, by Adams, on a new construction; and a great variety of other valuable effects : which by order of the executrix will be sold at publick auction by Miles Nightingall, on Wednesday the 10th May, 1775, and two following days, at his great room, the end of Saville Row, next Conduit-Street : beginning each day punctually at 12 o'clock : catalogues may be had as above, the Rainbow Coffee-House Cornhill, and at the auctioneer's in Golden Square.
Nightingall, Miles
A catalogue of the genuine collection of pictures, of Mrs. Gamberini, widow of the late Charles Gamberini Esq., deceased, by whom these pictures were collected, at a great expence out of the principal cabinets abroad : consisting of the most eminent and approved masters of the Italian and other schools, amongst which are the undoubted works of Titian, Corregio, Raphael, Rembrant, Rubens, Vandyke, Poussin, Albert Durer, Carracci, Guercino, Guido, Zucharelli, Demenichino, Gio. Dom. Porta, Michael Angelo and other scarce performances, some remarkably curious : also her houshold furniture, an exceeding fine ton'd double key'd harpsichord, by Hawes of Hamburgh : a ditto single key'd harpsichord, with two unison, by Jos. Shudi, in a neat mahogany case : a neat brass measuring wheel, by Adams, on a new construction; and a great variety of other valuable effects : which by order of the executrix will be sold at publick auction by Miles Nightingall, on Wednesday the 10th May, 1775, and two following days, at his great room, the end of Saville Row, next Conduit-Street : beginning each day punctually at 12 o'clock : catalogues may be had as above, the Rainbow Coffee-House Cornhill, and at the auctioneer's in Golden Square
[1775]
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730-1803, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a capital, and truly valuable assemblage of Chinese drawings, paintings, natural and artificial curiosities :
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730–1803
A catalogue of a capital, and truly valuable assemblage of Chinese drawings, paintings, natural and artificial curiosities
[1799]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a valuable assemblage of pictures, sold by order of the assignees of Mr. Michael Bryan :
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of a valuable assemblage of pictures, sold by order of the assignees of Mr. Michael Bryan
[1810]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of an assemblage of Spanish and Italian pictures:
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of an assemblage of Spanish and Italian pictures
[1810]
Sotheby, Samuel, 1771-1842, auctioneer. A catalogue of a valuable collection of original drawings, by the greatest Masters of all the schools :
Sotheby, Samuel, 1771–1842
A catalogue of a valuable collection of original drawings, by the greatest Masters of all the schools
[1819]
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730-1803, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a valuable collection of ancient and modern prints, beautiful high-finished drawings, coloured etchings, &c. elegantly framed and glazed :
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730–1803
A catalogue of a valuable collection of ancient and modern prints, beautiful high-finished drawings, coloured etchings, &c. elegantly framed and glazed
1795
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a most valuable collection of Oriental manuscripts :
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of a most valuable collection of Oriental manuscripts
[1809]
Le Brun, Jean-Baptiste-Pierre, 1748-1813. Catalogue d'une belle collection de tableaux originaux des bons maitres des trois écoles :
Le Brun, Jean-Baptiste-Pierre, 1748–1813
Catalogue d'une belle collection de tableaux originaux des bons maitres des trois écoles
MDCCLXXVI [1776]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a superb assemblage of ornamental Parisian furniture and porcelain :
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of a superb assemblage of ornamental Parisian furniture and porcelain
[1827]
Foster and Son (London, England), auctioneer, publisher. Catalogue of an extensive collection of valuable engravings from the works of the Old Italian, German, French, Dutch, and Flemish Masters :
Foster and Son (London, England)
Catalogue of an extensive collection of valuable engravings from the works of the Old Italian, German, French, Dutch, and Flemish Masters
[1847]
Abbott, Mr., auctioneer. A catalogue of the genuine household furniture :
Abbott, Mr.
A catalogue of the genuine household furniture
[1827]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a genuine, select and highly-valuable collection of capital and high-finished cabinet pictures, chiefly of the Flemish and Dutch schools : the exclusive property of a Gentleman of refine Taste : and purchased by him a a most liberal expence, during a visit to the Continent : comprising exquisite Bijoux of the first class, by the following great and celebrated Masters in the most perfect preservation, viz : Titian, N. Poussin, G. Poussin, Rubens, Teniers, Rembrandt, A. V. Ostade, Berchem, Wouvermans, C. du Jardin, W. V. de Velde, A. V. de Velde, Mieris, Boh, Van Huysum, Backbuysen : V. Toll, Polemberg : particularly the Creation of Eve by L. Caracci, a capital picture of the Master, a chef d'oeuvre : the Village Fete, an inimitable picture, replete with humour, by Jan Steen : a Calm, by W. V. De Velde : an Interior, by Van Toll : Christ and the Woman at the Well, by Rembrandt : the Flight into Egypt, a charming and perfect specimen of Albano : and two capital and high-finished pictures by Fran: and W. Mieris : which will be sold by auction by Mr. Christie, at the Great Room, Pall Mall, on Saturday, May the 4th, 1805, at twelve o'clock.
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of a genuine, select and highly-valuable collection of capital and high-finished cabinet pictures, chiefly of the Flemish and Dutch schools : the exclusive property of a Gentleman of refine Taste : and purchased by him a a most liberal expence, during a visit to the Continent : comprising exquisite Bijoux of the first class, by the following great and celebrated Masters in the most perfect preservation, viz : Titian, N. Poussin, G. Poussin, Rubens, Teniers, Rembrandt, A. V. Ostade, Berchem, Wouvermans, C. du Jardin, W. V. de Velde, A. V. de Velde, Mieris, Boh, Van Huysum, Backbuysen : V. Toll, Polemberg : particularly the Creation of Eve by L. Caracci, a capital picture of the Master, a chef d'oeuvre : the Village Fete, an inimitable picture, replete with humour, by Jan Steen : a Calm, by W. V. De Velde : an Interior, by Van Toll : Christ and the Woman at the Well, by Rembrandt : the Flight into Egypt, a charming and perfect specimen of Albano : and two capital and high-finished pictures by Fran: and W. Mieris : which will be sold by auction by Mr. Christie, at the Great Room, Pall Mall, on Saturday, May the 4th, 1805, at twelve o'clock
[1805]
Phillips, H., -1840, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the cabinet of antient drawings, the private collection of Mr. A. C. De Poggi :
Phillips, H., -1840
A catalogue of the cabinet of antient drawings, the private collection of Mr. A. C. De Poggi
[1801]
Greenwood and Co., auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the valuable collection of stained glass :
Greenwood and Co.
A catalogue of the valuable collection of stained glass
[1803]
Phillips, Mr., auctioneer, publisher. Catalogue of the valuable library of books & books of prints of the late A. Gilmore, Esq :
Phillips, Mr.
Catalogue of the valuable library of books & books of prints of the late A. Gilmore, Esq
[1842]
Squibb, Mr., auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a table service of valuable plate ... tables and dessert services of Worcester and other porcelaine ; ... ; a small choice of pictures by ancient masters :
Squibb, Mr.
A catalogue of a table service of valuable plate ... tables and dessert services of Worcester and other porcelaine ; ... ; a small choice of pictures by ancient masters
[1832]
Walsh, Mr., auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a known capital collection of pictures, in which are the works of the following masters :
Walsh, Mr.
A catalogue of a known capital collection of pictures, in which are the works of the following masters
[1775]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a select and valuable collection of Italian, French, Flemish and Dutch pictures :
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of a select and valuable collection of Italian, French, Flemish and Dutch pictures
[1806]
shirwin, S S. Shirwin's exhibition of painted and stained glass, is now open, at the Great Rooms, no, 28, East Side of the Hay-Market.
shirwin, S
S. Shirwin's exhibition of painted and stained glass, is now open, at the Great Rooms, no, 28, East Side of the Hay-Market
1809
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730-1803, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a most capital collection of Italian, French, Flemish, and Dutch Pictures, by the most esteemed Masters, in the highest state of preservation : also a valuable selection of capital high-finished drawings, remarkable fine prints, books of prints and bronzes : small but well-chosen library of books in elegant and uniform bindings : a number of fine casts in plaster from the rarest subjects of the antique : capital models, a great variety of drawing implements : mathematical and musical instruments : a quantity of choice music : also all the elegant household furniture : fine china : a fine-toned piano forte by Longman and Broderip : a modern chaise and harness : and a great variety of curious and valuable effects : the property of John Alexander Gress, Esq. deceased, eminently and most deservedly distinguished for his knowledge in the fine arts, at his late house, No. 24, on the west side of Tottenham Court Road, nearly opposite Tavistock Street, Bedford Square : which will be sold by auction (by order of the executor) by Mr. Christie, on the premises, on Monday, April 7th, 1794, and five following days, at twelve o'clock : to be viewed Frida and Saturday preceding the sale.--catalogues may be had on the premises : at the Rainbow Coffee House : and in Pall Mall : also, at one o'clock, on the first day's sale, will be sold, the valuable lease of the premises--particulars may be had : N.B. the first and second days sale, will consist of prints, books of prints, &c. : third and fourth days, the drawings, drawing implements, models, &c. : fifth day, the capital collection of pictures, and library of books : sixth day, all the houshold furniture, china, musical instruments, &c.
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730–1803
A catalogue of a most capital collection of Italian, French, Flemish, and Dutch Pictures, by the most esteemed Masters, in the highest state of preservation : also a valuable selection of capital high-finished drawings, remarkable fine prints, books of prints and bronzes : small but well-chosen library of books in elegant and uniform bindings : a number of fine casts in plaster from the rarest subjects of the antique : capital models, a great variety of drawing implements : mathematical and musical instruments : a quantity of choice music : also all the elegant household furniture : fine china : a fine-toned piano forte by Longman and Broderip : a modern chaise and harness : and a great variety of curious and valuable effects : the property of John Alexander Gress, Esq. deceased, eminently and most deservedly distinguished for his knowledge in the fine arts, at his late house, No. 24, on the west side of Tottenham Court Road, nearly opposite Tavistock Street, Bedford Square : which will be sold by auction (by order of the executor) by Mr. Christie, on the premises, on Monday, April 7th, 1794, and five following days, at twelve o'clock : to be viewed Frida and Saturday preceding the sale.--catalogues may be had on the premises : at the Rainbow Coffee House : and in Pall Mall : also, at one o'clock, on the first day's sale, will be sold, the valuable lease of the premises--particulars may be had : N.B. the first and second days sale, will consist of prints, books of prints, &c. : third and fourth days, the drawings, drawing implements, models, &c. : fifth day, the capital collection of pictures, and library of books : sixth day, all the houshold furniture, china, musical instruments, &c
[1794]
Skinner, Dyke & Skinner (London, England), auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the superlative collection of cabinet pictures and miniatures, beautiful Roman missals, most superbly illuminated, a few bronzes, carvings in ivory, specimens of stained glass from the earliest periods of the art, drawings, books of prints and port folios, a beautiful impression Macklin's Bible and a small library of books :
Skinner, Dyke & Skinner (London, England)
A catalogue of the superlative collection of cabinet pictures and miniatures, beautiful Roman missals, most superbly illuminated, a few bronzes, carvings in ivory, specimens of stained glass from the earliest periods of the art, drawings, books of prints and port folios, a beautiful impression Macklin's Bible and a small library of books
1805
Christie, Manson, & Woods, auctioneer. Catalogue of the very choice collection of works of art of Francis Broderip, Esq., deceased :
Christie, Manson, & Woods
Catalogue of the very choice collection of works of art of Francis Broderip, Esq., deceased
[1872]
Langford, Mr. (Abraham), 1711-1774, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the genuine and entire collection of valuable gems, bronzes, marble and other busts and antiquities, of the late Doctor Mead : which (by order of the executors) will be sold by auction, by Mr. Langford, at his house in the Great Piazza, Covent Garden, on Tuesday the 11th of this instant March 1755, and the four following days : the said collection will be exhibited to public view on Friday, Saturday and Monday, the 7th, 8th and 10th instant, from ten in the morning till four, and the sale will begin each day punctually at twelve o'clock : catalogues of which may be had on Thursday the 6th, at Mr. Langford's aforesaid.
Langford, Mr. (Abraham), 1711–1774, publisher
A catalogue of the genuine and entire collection of valuable gems, bronzes, marble and other busts and antiquities, of the late Doctor Mead : which (by order of the executors) will be sold by auction, by Mr. Langford, at his house in the Great Piazza, Covent Garden, on Tuesday the 11th of this instant March 1755, and the four following days : the said collection will be exhibited to public view on Friday, Saturday and Monday, the 7th, 8th and 10th instant, from ten in the morning till four, and the sale will begin each day punctually at twelve o'clock : catalogues of which may be had on Thursday the 6th, at Mr. Langford's aforesaid
[1755]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a most valuable and unique collection of ancient stained glass :
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of a most valuable and unique collection of ancient stained glass
[1808]
Christie & Manson, auctioneer, publisher. Catalogue of Italian, Flemish, and Dutch pictures, of the very highest class :
Christie & Manson
Catalogue of Italian, Flemish, and Dutch pictures, of the very highest class
[1852]
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730-1803, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of all the valuable copper plates, with their etchings, proofs, and impressions :
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730–1803
A catalogue of all the valuable copper plates, with their etchings, proofs, and impressions
[1799]
Reed & Archbold, auctioneer. Catalogue of the extensive and splendid collection of bed and damask table linen :
Reed & Archbold
Catalogue of the extensive and splendid collection of bed and damask table linen
[1836]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher, A catalogue of the very curious and valuable museum :
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of the very curious and valuable museum
[1810]
Christie & Manson, auctioneer. Catalogue of the very valuable collection of engravings, of the Italian, German, Flemish, Dutch, French, and English Schools :
Christie & Manson
Catalogue of the very valuable collection of engravings, of the Italian, German, Flemish, Dutch, French, and English Schools
[1854]
Christie & Manson, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a small part of the valuable collection of pictures of the Countess De Grey, deceased, and the household furniture, pier glasses, &c. at Her Ladyship's late residence, St. James's Square : which will be sold by auction, by Messrs. Christie & Manson, on the premises, on Wednesday, July 3m 1833, and following day, at one o'clock precisely.
Christie & Manson
A catalogue of a small part of the valuable collection of pictures of the Countess De Grey, deceased, and the household furniture, pier glasses, &c. at Her Ladyship's late residence, St. James's Square : which will be sold by auction, by Messrs. Christie & Manson, on the premises, on Wednesday, July 3m 1833, and following day, at one o'clock precisely
[1833]
Robins, George Henry, 1777-1847, auctioneer. A catalogue of the superb furniture, designed and executed in the first style of elegance and fashion, by one of the principal manufacturers in London :
Robins, George Henry, 1777–1847
A catalogue of the superb furniture, designed and executed in the first style of elegance and fashion, by one of the principal manufacturers in London
[1827]
Ancient stained glass:
Ancient stained glass
Christie & Manson, auctioneer, publisher. Catalogue of the celebrated collection of works of art, from the Byzantine period to that of Louis Seize, of that distinguished collector, Ralph Bernal ... :
Christie & Manson
Catalogue of the celebrated collection of works of art, from the Byzantine period to that of Louis Seize, of that distinguished collector, Ralph Bernal ...
[1855]
Phillips, H., -1840 auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the extensive and magnificent collection of stained glass, the property and performance of those approved artists, Mr. & Mrs. Pearson, of Highgate :
Phillips, H., -1840
A catalogue of the extensive and magnificent collection of stained glass, the property and performance of those approved artists, Mr. & Mrs. Pearson, of Highgate
1800
Christie, Manson & Woods, auctioneer. Catalogue of a choice collection of curiosities, formed by a gentleman during his residence in Japan :
Christie, Manson & Woods
Catalogue of a choice collection of curiosities, formed by a gentleman during his residence in Japan
1871
Catalogue of stained glass :
Catalogue of stained glass
[approximately 1800]
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730-1803, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a series of valuable curiosities of the late eminent John Hunter, Esq. deceased :
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730–1803
A catalogue of a series of valuable curiosities of the late eminent John Hunter, Esq. deceased
[1793]
Sotheby and Son, auctioneer, publisher. Catalogue of a valuable collection of prints and drawings :
Sotheby and Son
Catalogue of a valuable collection of prints and drawings
[1829]
Christie, Manson & Woods, auctioneer. Catalogue of an assemblage of objects of art, comprising oriental and English porcelain, majolica, wedgwood, and persian ware, decorative furniture, etc. etc. :
Christie, Manson & Woods
Catalogue of an assemblage of objects of art, comprising oriental and English porcelain, majolica, wedgwood, and persian ware, decorative furniture, etc. etc.
[1870]
Greenwood (Leicester-Square, London, England), auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the most extensive and magnificent collection of stained glass :
Greenwood (Leicester-Square, London, England)
A catalogue of the most extensive and magnificent collection of stained glass
1795
Christie, Manson & Woods, auctioneer. Catalogue of the celebrated collection of works of art and vertu, known as "The Vienna Museum" :
Christie, Manson & Woods
Catalogue of the celebrated collection of works of art and vertu, known as "The Vienna Museum"
[1860]
Phillips, Mr., auctioneer. A catalogue of an interesting collection of pottery and porcelain, formed by Matthew Marshall, of Tiverton, Devon :
Phillips, Mr.
A catalogue of an interesting collection of pottery and porcelain, formed by Matthew Marshall, of Tiverton, Devon
[1871]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the capital, select, and valuable collection of Etruscan or Greek vases :
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of the capital, select, and valuable collection of Etruscan or Greek vases
[1804]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the remaining part of the valuable collection of engravings, and books of prints, of Christian Josi, Esq. Deceased : comprising select impressions of the works of the great French engravers, : Audran, Edelinck, Drevet, Wille, Beauvarlet, Desnoyers, &c. : painters' etchings in the Italian and Dutch schools : fine proofs and impressions by R. Morghen, &c. &c. : among the books of prints are : the Musée François ... : the Galleries of the Palais Royal and Luxembourg : Van Dyck's portraits, with proofs and variations : the voyages pittoresques de Constantinople et d'Espagne : Denon's Egypt : works on French, and other continental topography : Bartsch, Le Peintre Graveur, L. P. : Brandt's Narren Speelshuit, with original drawings by Merian, &c. &c. : which will be sold by auction, by Mr. Christie, at his Great Room, King Street, St. James's Square, on Wednesday, January the 20th, 1830, and following day, precisely at one o'clock.
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of the remaining part of the valuable collection of engravings, and books of prints, of Christian Josi, Esq. Deceased : comprising select impressions of the works of the great French engravers, : Audran, Edelinck, Drevet, Wille, Beauvarlet, Desnoyers, &c. : painters' etchings in the Italian and Dutch schools : fine proofs and impressions by R. Morghen, &c. &c. : among the books of prints are : the Musée François ... : the Galleries of the Palais Royal and Luxembourg : Van Dyck's portraits, with proofs and variations : the voyages pittoresques de Constantinople et d'Espagne : Denon's Egypt : works on French, and other continental topography : Bartsch, Le Peintre Graveur, L. P. : Brandt's Narren Speelshuit, with original drawings by Merian, &c. &c. : which will be sold by auction, by Mr. Christie, at his Great Room, King Street, St. James's Square, on Wednesday, January the 20th, 1830, and following day, precisely at one o'clock
[1830]
Peter Coxe, Burrell, and Foster (London, England), auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the genuine reserved property of Mr. A.C. de Poggi of New Bond-Street, retired from business :
Peter Coxe, Burrell, and Foster (London, England)
A catalogue of the genuine reserved property of Mr. A.C. de Poggi of New Bond-Street, retired from business
[1801]
Christie, James, 1773-1831, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a collection of Italian, French, Flemish and Dutch pictures :
Christie, James, 1773–1831
A catalogue of a collection of Italian, French, Flemish and Dutch pictures
[1805]
Christie, Manson & Woods, auctioneer. The illustrated catalogue of the valuable collection of pictures and other works of art of the Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and mediaeval periods :
Christie, Manson & Woods
The illustrated catalogue of the valuable collection of pictures and other works of art of the Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and mediaeval periods
[1864]
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730-1803, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of the superb jewels, trinkets, plate, gold and silver medals, china, &c. of a person of great rank, dec. :
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730–1803
A catalogue of the superb jewels, trinkets, plate, gold and silver medals, china, &c. of a person of great rank, dec.
[1773]
Christie & Manson, auctioneer, publisher. Catalogue of the magnificent contents of Alton Towers, the princely seat of the earls of Shrewsbury :
Christie & Manson
Catalogue of the magnificent contents of Alton Towers, the princely seat of the earls of Shrewsbury
1857
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730-1803, auctioneer, publisher. A catalogue of a capital collection of prints and drawings, scarce and valuable, which have been purchased out of the most distinguished cabinets here and on the continent; the drawings stamped on the back by the several judicious collectors, viz. Padre Resto, Sir Peter Lely, Richardson, Pond, Hudson, and John Barnard : among the prints are many fine proofs and first impressions from Rubens, Vandyke, and other celebrated artists : engraved by Vosterman, Pontius, Sontman, Fisher, Edelinck, Hollar, Mason, Balechou, and other noted engravers : among the drawings is that celebrated one by Thomyris by Rubens, from the Cabinet of Mons. de Mariette--The Mistress instructing her pupil by Cipriani, from the collection of Mr. Locke, with many other capital and well-known works of esteemed masters : which will be sold by auction by Mr. Christie, at his Great Room, King Street, St. James's Square, on Wednesday, May 11th, 1791, and following day, at twelve o'clock : to be viewed two days preceding the sale, when catalogues may be had in Pall Mall.
Christie, Mr. (James), 1730–1803
A catalogue of a capital collection of prints and drawings, scarce and valuable, which have been purchased out of the most distinguished cabinets here and on the continent; the drawings stamped on the back by the several judicious collectors, viz. Padre Resto, Sir Peter Lely, Richardson, Pond, Hudson, and John Barnard : among the prints are many fine proofs and first impressions from Rubens, Vandyke, and other celebrated artists : engraved by Vosterman, Pontius, Sontman, Fisher, Edelinck, Hollar, Mason, Balechou, and other noted engravers : among the drawings is that celebrated one by Thomyris by Rubens, from the Cabinet of Mons. de Mariette--The Mistress instructing her pupil by Cipriani, from the collection of Mr. Locke, with many other capital and well-known works of esteemed masters : which will be sold by auction by Mr. Christie, at his Great Room, King Street, St. James's Square, on Wednesday, May 11th, 1791, and following day, at twelve o'clock : to be viewed two days preceding the sale, when catalogues may be had in Pall Mall
[1791]