Description
A playful depiction of children marching in a military formation, each holding toy weapons and flags. The scene showcases the charming and imaginative spirit of childhood games.
Made by Claudine Bouzonnet-Stella after Jacques Stella.
Medium: Etching on hand-laid (verge) paper.
Sheet size: 27 x 21.5 cm (10.63 x 8.46 inch). Image size: 14.6 x 11.9 cm. (5.75 x 4.69 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Light foxing, creasing and soiling. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
CHILDREN’S GAMES, CLAUDINE BOUZONNET-STELLA, JACQUES STELLA, ETCHING, 17TH CENTURY, FRENCH ENGRAVING, WAR GAMES | PCO-EXPO-438 (FRENCH)
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
From the series “Les Jeux et Plaisirs de l’Enfance,” consisting of 52 plates illustrating children’s games. Published by Claudine Bouzonnet-Stella in Paris, 1657.
Reference: IFF 17e II.87-88.48-99.
Biography engraver: Claudine Bouzonnet-Stella (1636-1697), a French engraver trained by her uncle Jacques Stella. Known for her refined engravings, especially after her uncle’s designs.
Biography artist: Jacques Stella (1596-1657), a French painter renowned for his delicate and charming depictions of children and allegorical subjects.
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