A very fine neoclassical fan project leaf, before the mountings, representing a view of Naples with Mt. Vesuvius in the background taken from the Tomb of Virgil.

Tempera on fine skin or vellum mounted within a contemporary giltwood frame.

Naples late XVIIIth century 1780 ca. grand tour period.

Dimensions cm 14,5 x 45 the page - framed cm 35 x 58

Excellent conditions commensurate with age, some light creasing and color loss.