ANDREANI Andrea (Mantua 1540 1623) - "The Abduction of a Sabine". 1584. Woodcut in chiaroscuro after Giovanni da Bologna (1529 1608), printed in various shades of brown. Proof on laid paper (without watermark). Ref: Bartsch, n°3. This monumental print reproduces the famous Florentine sculpture by Giambologna "The Abduction of Sabina". Andrea Andreani was undoubtedly one of the pioneers of color woodcutting in 16th century Italy. To capture the three-dimensional quality of the sculpture, the artist made three different woodcuts of Giambologna's masterpiece, each depicting the sculpture from a different angle. 39 x 19,2 cm. Condition C (Cut inside the subject (missing in the shelf), some marked creases and printing, a little dusty, some small stains and short tears formerly restored...)