Angelo, Domenico. Plate 41. L'Ecole d'Armes. London, 1763. $395.00

Plate 41  “Position de la Garde Italienne de l’epee & poignard”

This engraving was an illustration in Domenico Angelo’s highly regarded hand book on fencing titled, L’Ecole d’Armes. During the 18^th century fencing was popular among British aristocracy. Most fencers learned the sport from French or Italian instructors but in the mid-18^th century, Angelo established, Angelo’s School of Arms in London and enjoyed the patronage of many well-heeled Englishmen including the Prince of Wales and Duke of York. The school was so successful that it continued to thrive under the direction of later generations of the Angelo family until the early 20^th century.

Charming description of a classic fencing position.

Hand colored copperplate engraving.
13 x 19 ¼ inches sheet.
Very good condition, wrinkles can be flattened with framing.