c. 1794 Amos Doolittle Engraved: Triumph of David having slain the Giant Goliath

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Judaica AMOS DOOLITTLE Engraved Judaica Print titled: "The Triumph of David after having slain the Giant Goliath..." c. 1794 Amos Doolittle, Engraved Print by the American Revolutionary War Patriot, Colonial Artist and Engraver, Die and Mapmaker, Published by William Durell, New York, and "Engraved for the American Edition of Maynard's Josephus", Very Fine. This historical Judaica theme Print page measuring 10" x 8.5" on fine laid period paper, with full wide margins, titled: "The Triumph of David after having slain the Giant Goliath...". Published by William Durell, New York from (Encyclopedia Judaica). Maynard's translation includes his "Continuation of the History of the Jews." Moderately toned in the margins primarily outside the print and with minor foxing. A fabulous rendering of David's triumph over Goliath. Josephus ranks among the leading writers in world literature. His style is epic, his portrayals impressive, his gift of description captivates the reader alike by its fidelity and colorful presentation" (Encyclopedia Judaica). Maynard's translation includes his "Continuation of the History of the Jews," and the "Account of their Dispersion into the various Parts of Europe, Asia, Africa, and America." Originally issued in 61 weekly parts, each with a single plate or map, from October 22, 1785 to December 23, 1786. With extensive printed marginal notes by Edward Kimpton and several indices. Lowndes, 1236.