‘LE BLOND AUX PRIVILEGE (BOTTOM LEFT), LE POTRE FECIT (BOTTOM RIGHT)’

– A finely executed engraving depicting a classical architectural frieze with figures in relief. On the left, a single female figure steps forward gracefully. In the center, two women engage in conversation, their draped garments flowing naturally. To the right, an older bearded man gestures toward a young woman, creating a dramatic interplay of expression and movement. The composition is characteristic of the elaborate designs of Jean Lepautre, who often illustrated architectural elements and decorative motifs in the French Baroque style. Likely published in France between 1666 and 1693.

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Description

Medium: Etching on hand-laid (verge) paper.

Sheet size: 21.5 x 14.2 cm (8.46 x 5.59 inch). Image size: 21.5 x 14.2 cm. (8.46 x 5.59 inch).

Condition: very good, given age. Crisp lines, well-preserved for age, some minor age-related toning at edges. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.

JEAN LEPAUTRE, ARCHITECTURAL ENGRAVING, BAROQUE FRIEZE, CLASSICAL FIGURES, 17TH-CENTURY PRINT, RELIEF SCULPTURE, DECORATIVE ARTS | PCO-E21-41

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Source: unknown, to be determined.

Biography engraver: Jean Lepautre (1618-1682) was a prolific French engraver known for his architectural compositions, ornament engravings, and decorative designs. His work played a significant role in shaping Baroque decorative arts in France.