Engraving From The Chalcography Of The Louvre – Portrait Of The Sculptor Martin Desjardins (1637–1694)

Hyacinthe Rigaud (after), Gérard Edelinck (engraver), Chalcographie du Louvre (20th century edition). Superb engraving depicting Martin Van den Bogaert, known as Martin Desjardins, a Flemish sculptor who became a French citizen and was the official sculptor of Louis XIV. He is notably responsible for the famous statues and groups for the Invalides and the Palace of Versailles. The portrait, painted by Hyacinthe Rigaud (1659–1743), master of ceremonial portraiture, was engraved with a burin by Gérard Edelinck (1640–1707), considered one of the greatest engravers of his time. Our copy is a proof of the Chalcographie du Louvre, produced in the 20th century from the original plate held in the national collections. Dimensions: 70 x 54 cm with frame – 46 x 35 cm on view Engraving on watermarked laid paper Framed under glass A fine quality print, emblematic of the Louis XIV – Grand Siècle style, distributed by the prestigious Chalcographie du Louvre.