Jjrousseau And Miss Galley And De Graffenried Large Engraving Etching 19th C Old Print
The Cherries
- J.J.Rousseau and Miss Galley and de Graffenried
engraved by Jazet (1788-1871) after Schlinger.
Paris-Goupil, Vibert & Cie editors.
The subject refers to a scene described in the book "les Confessions" by Jean Jacques Rousseau (published in 1782 and 1789) in which the author says : "Que mes lèvres nesont-elles des cerises ! "
The engraving has kept allits margins.
Provenance : Goupil archives, one of the first proofs.
63,8 x 54.1 cm subject (25.11 x 21.26 inches)
104 x 82 cm sheet (40.94 x 32.28 inches)
Very decorative .
Mint condition.
All our old print sare offered in good condition. When necessary, they have been restored by a professional restorer.
Exceptional in size and quality of execution engraving.
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis 15th - Transition
Condition: Good condition
Material: Paper
Width: 82 cm
Height: 104 cm
Reference (ID): 1565331
Availability: In stock
