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This is a very rare copperplate engraving on hand laid paper by P.J. Mariette after a drawing by Jean Le Pautre. Published in Paris in 1752, these engravings are called landscape/portrait panels and they depicted highly decorative architectural details with cherubs, satyrs, nymphs, etc. as well as scrollwork and acanthus leaves.
Jean Le Pautre was born in Paris in 1617 and died in 1682. In the early part of his life he was placed with a carpenter and builder under whom he learned to draw plans and ornamental designs. He afterwards turned his attention to engraving and focused on architectural decorations, friezes, ceilings, vases and other ornaments. He was also one of the principal architects of the French Rococo Movement and like his elder relation, Antoine, his work was much revered by the King of France. He was acclaimed as “the most important and imaginative engraver of the 17th century".
Pierre Jean Mariette was the son of eminent French engraver and print seller, Jean Mariette, from whom he inherited an extensive collection of prints. His private collection of prints, from which this one came, was sold in Paris in 1775.
This print is meticulously engraved with elaborate architectural and decorative detailing. This is an interior view with people kneeling as part of perhaps a religious procession. There are large columns and many architectural details.
CONDITION AND SIZE
Condition is good with some yellowing and light soiling at the margin edges. There is a small piece missing at the upper right corner and a small tear at the upper left corner. The paper is a cream color with the engraving very crisp. The paper size is approximately 8 ¾” x 13” and the image size is approximately 6 ½” x 8 ¼”. There is evidence of hinging tape on the back upper corners.
ABOUT THE PRINT DEALER
This item is from the inventory of a second generation antique print dealer who literally grew up in the business. The parents of this dealer bought and sold rare prints, manuscripts and antique books for over 50 years. This highly knowledgeable dealer has continued the family tradition by buying and selling fine quality prints, maps and books and now for the first time is offering items from an extensive inventory. All items offered for sale are original!
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Jean Le Pautre was born in Paris in 1617 and died in 1682. In the early part of his life he was placed with a carpenter and builder under whom he learned to draw plans and ornamental designs. He afterwards turned his attention to engraving and focused on architectural decorations, friezes, ceilings, vases and other ornaments. He was also one of the principal architects of the French Rococo Movement and like his elder relation, Antoine, his work was much revered by the King of France. He was acclaimed as “the most important and imaginative engraver of the 17th century".
Pierre Jean Mariette was the son of eminent French engraver and print seller, Jean Mariette, from whom he inherited an extensive collection of prints. His private collection of prints, from which this one came, was sold in Paris in 1775.
This print is meticulously engraved with elaborate architectural and decorative detailing. This is an interior view with people kneeling as part of perhaps a religious procession. There are large columns and many architectural details.
CONDITION AND SIZE
Condition is good with some yellowing and light soiling at the margin edges. There is a small piece missing at the upper right corner and a small tear at the upper left corner. The paper is a cream color with the engraving very crisp. The paper size is approximately 8 ¾” x 13” and the image size is approximately 6 ½” x 8 ¼”. There is evidence of hinging tape on the back upper corners.
ABOUT THE PRINT DEALER
This item is from the inventory of a second generation antique print dealer who literally grew up in the business. The parents of this dealer bought and sold rare prints, manuscripts and antique books for over 50 years. This highly knowledgeable dealer has continued the family tradition by buying and selling fine quality prints, maps and books and now for the first time is offering items from an extensive inventory. All items offered for sale are original!
#2415
Consg JK
1.00
GE
WE SHIP EVERYWHERE. If you don't see your shipping location mentioned, please send us a message and we will send you the appropriate fees.
Rare Antique French Engraving Print "Landscape Portrait Panel" Le Pautre 1752 #3
Overview
- Vintage item from the 1800s
- Materials: print, paper
- Feedback: 23 reviews
- Only ships to United States from Dallas, Texas.
- Listed on May 1, 2014
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