Vintage Double-Sided Book Plate – “Adoration of the Magi” & Self-Portrait Detail – Renaissance Art Print
Offered here is a genuine vintage double-sided art book plate featuring two striking black and white reproductions from the Renaissance masterpiece “Adoration of the Magi.”
One side features:
“13. Adoration of the Magi. Washington – Andrew W. Mellon”
(A full composition reproduction)
The reverse side features:
“12. Self-Portrait. Detail from the ‘Adoration of the Magi.’ (Cf. Plate 16)”
(A close-up portrait detail from the larger work)
These beautifully printed monochrome reproductions highlight the dramatic composition, architectural setting, and expressive figures of this important Renaissance work, along with a detailed self-portrait study.
📏 Dimensions
Full plate size: approx. 35.5 cm x 26.5 cm
Image size (Adoration scene): approx. 29 cm x 20 cm
Image size (Self-portrait detail): approx. 26.5 cm x 20.5 cm
Printed with generous margins, making it ideal for mounting and framing.
📄 Description & Features
Original vintage book plate (not a modern reproduction)
Double-sided print
High-quality black and white reproduction
Clear printed captions and plate numbers beneath each image
Printed on heavy paper stock typical of mid-20th century art publications
Blank margins surrounding images
Because it is double-sided, it can be framed in a double-glass frame to display both images, or one side may be selected for traditional framing.
🧾 Condition
Vintage pre-owned condition
Light age toning to paper
Minor foxing spots visible in margins
Slight edge wear and small nicks along edges (as shown)
Overall clean images with strong contrast and good detail
Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
🎨 Ideal For
Renaissance art collectors
Religious art enthusiasts
Vintage print collectors
Gallery wall décor
Study or reference material
Framing projects
A wonderful authentic vintage art plate combining a full masterwork composition with a striking portrait detail — perfect for display or collection.
Feel free to message with any questions. Thanks for looking!