Achille Fouquier (1817-1895?) 18: "abyssinian Drape In The Most Respectful Way"

Achille Fouquier (1817-1895?) 18 “Abyssinian draped in the most respectful manner” pencil drawing enhanced with red chalk on beige paper, 45 X 30 cm at sight, signed with the stamp of the signature circa 1853, framed with a marie-louise stained 65 X 50 cm. Many light rednesses. This drawing shows us a black man draped in a traditional costume, titled in pencil at the bottom. An indefatigable traveler, Achille Fouquier brought back sketches, anecdotes and observations from his many trips, collected in several books that were published. Whether from the Basque Country (he was mayor of Saint-Jean-de-Luz), Italy, Greece, the Balkans or the Middle East, his drawings taken from life are testimony to the history of these regions Do not hesitate to ask us for photos or additional information by email or phone. Other photos and many other objects in our stores in Pau and Biarritz and on our website: galerielhoste.com. #fouquier #achillefouquier #saintjeandeluz #basque #forsale #available galerielhoste #pau #biarritz #turc #turkey