Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus. (1756–1791)

Early Portrait Engraving published by Artaria

Vienna: Artaria. c. 1790. A fine stipple engraving showing a medallion profile bust portrait of the great composer, 24.5 x 33.5 cm.


The publisher Artaria was the chief Viennese publisher of Mozart's works during his lifetime and issued forty-nine publications by him between 1778 and 1791. The present engraving bears the mark C.P.S.C.M. ('cum privilegio Suae Caesareae Majestatis'), allowing us to date the engraving to within the ten-year printing privilege issued on 28 January, 1782 by the Reichofsrat of Emperor Joseph II. (7371)
Art/Sculpture
Classical Music