Print Description
Allegorical etching showing hidden silhouettes in floral and decorative motifs representing the French and British monarchs, a satirical nod to political figures of the 18th century.
Made by an anonymous engraver/artist.
Medium: Etching on hand-laid (verge) paper.
Sheet size: 14.2 x 9 cm (5.59 x 3.54 inch). Image size: 14.2 x 9 cm. (5.59 x 3.54 inch).
Condition: good, given age. Light foxing, soiling, and creasing. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.
SATIRE, ROYAL FAMILY, FRANCE, ENGLAND, REVOLUTION, ALLEGORY, POLITICAL SATIRE, 18TH CENTURY, ETCHING, FRENCH REVOLUTION | EXPO-405 (SATIRE)
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Possibly inspired by revolutionary propaganda artwork of the late 18th century.
State: Only state.
Reference: Carnavalet Museum, inventory number G.26948.
Biography artist: Unknown artist, likely from the Revolutionary period, created this anonymous etching to critique European royalty in an allegorical format.
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