François Louis Lanfant De Metz (1814–1892) - The Magic Lantern
François Louis LANFANT DE METZ (1814–1892)"THE MAGIC LANTERN"
Two oil paintings on canvas, signed lower left.32.5 x 46 cm.
The first depicts seven children looking into a gigantic magic lantern bearing the sign: “Come see LAZASE and LAURENE—to all those with good hearts,” with the operator on the left pulling the strings.
Above the four optical boxes, the following can be read: CHAMPIGNI (sic) – GRAVELOTE – RECHOFENE (sic) – FORBAC.
The second depicts a man and a dog emerging from an almost identical peep box with a menacing air, causing the laughing, mocking children to flee.
In two wooden frames with gilded stucco decorated with canals, acanthus spandrels, and frieze motifs.
Two oil paintings on canvas, signed lower left.32.5 x 46 cm.
The first depicts seven children looking into a gigantic magic lantern bearing the sign: “Come see LAZASE and LAURENE—to all those with good hearts,” with the operator on the left pulling the strings.
Above the four optical boxes, the following can be read: CHAMPIGNI (sic) – GRAVELOTE – RECHOFENE (sic) – FORBAC.
The second depicts a man and a dog emerging from an almost identical peep box with a menacing air, causing the laughing, mocking children to flee.
In two wooden frames with gilded stucco decorated with canals, acanthus spandrels, and frieze motifs.
5 500 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Oil painting
Reference (ID): 1786223
Availability: In stock
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