The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1882-01-26
CHRIST LEAVTNGTHE PRETORIUM.

or this magnificent painting-the most import
ant of Dores works-a pure line steel engraving
has just been completed in England. This en-
craving is only sold by subscription, and the
price is &c, or about $50. 1t is absolutely i'm
possible to secure copy at a less price, except
through this offer. The engraving represents
the Savior rs he is leaving the Printorium, after
being condemned TO crucihxion. He is descend
ing the steps leading from the Judgment court.
At the foot of the steps stand two burly execu-
TONERS, in charge OF the cross which the Savior
is to bear. On the right are the followers and
believers OF Christ, with despair in their every
look, while the mother of the Lord is an agon-
izing and fainting attendant. In the rear and
on the left are the judges and scoferS, surround
ing Pontius PLATE, who arc looking with fierce
complacency Oh their work. The central figure
is that Of Christ, as he uncomplainingly des-
cends the steps to take up the cross and bear it
to the scene of his cruciRxion.
The work in this portion of the engraving is
more perfect and beautiful than we had supposed
could ever be.executed. The expressions OF the
faces, the grouping of the figures, and the care
full attention to detail in the drapery and acces-
series Of the picture, are all carried out in per
lection and with consummate skill There is a
very large number of figures in the work. and all
are depicted with life-like faithfulness. II
stands to-day unqnestionably THE FINEST
AND MOST VALUABLE ENGRAVING IN
THE WORLD. The engraving of the plate cost
upward of $780, OO and no copies from 1t arc sold
at a less price than $50, which. with duties and
shipping added, brings the cost to American
purchasers to about $40 per copy.
This splendid work is the first of series of
the prominent art works OF Europe, which the
American Art Exchange will produce in Amerl-
ca, simultaneous with their production In the
Old World, and at prices which will enable the
multitude to purchase.
This first work, "Christ Leaving the Prato-
rium," will be used as an Introductory advertise
ment, and limited number will be furnished
FREE TO ALL APPLICANTS.
tits a correct reproduction of the English
plate, which sells at $50 per copy, many of which
have been purchased by number Of Americans
at that price who subscribed for it through the
English house. The American edition will be
furnished in the same siz aud with the game
attention to perfect work as characterizes the
$50 copy.
The object OF this extraordinary offer IL to
bring our enterprise into immediate recognition
in this country, that when we announce fn-
ture works the public will have had an oppor-
tunity to judge Of the quality and beauty Of the
art work produced bv the American Art Ex-
chan
Until TIE arst edition is exhausted, we Will
ship perfect copy OF the engraving "Christ
Leaving the Pretorium " ts any applicant. The
engraving, which IL very large one, will be put
up in heavy tube and sent by mail. The only
charge will be the cost Of tubing and postage,
which will be 10 three cent stamps. II was at
first thought 20 cts. would be sufficient for this
charge, but from frequent breaking Of the tubes
in the mail bags 1t was decided to Increase the
thickness and strength OF the tubes, thus
making them heavier, so that they could not be
broken except in case OF an accident. This ne
cessitated an increase Of charges for this pur-
pose to 30 cents or 10 three cent stamps.
On receipt OF application we will Immediately
forward this superb engraving 10 any address in
the United States, all charges pre- paid, when 10
three cent stamps are enclosed in letter 10 cover
postage and tube. At any time within one year
we will take back the engraving and allow
credit Of - for it in payment for any works is
sued b M.
Two or more copies, each for different per
son, but to the same address, can be forwarded
at the cost Of 81 cts, each, as one tube can be
used for several copies. Not more than Ave
copies will be sent TO any one address for dis
and the name Of each member OF the
club must be sent.
Address all letters to
AMERICAN ART EXCHANGE.
No. 81 elenn Building,
Cincinnati, Ohio