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CHRÉTIEN Gilles-Louis (1745 - 1811) / Fouquet
Physionotrace from French Directory Epoch, portrait of a fashionable young man of the 18th century wearing an earring, drawn by Fournier & engraved by Chrétien, physionotrace inventor, rue Saint Honoré vis à vis l'Oratoire n°45 et 133 à Paris
Physionotrace portrait with a fabulous inking, engraved by Chrétien and drawn by Fournier at the end of 18th century20,5 cm x 18 cm (framed) -5,4 cm diameter for the portrait only
From Count Sforza Collection
Proof in perfect condition - superb old frame in an elegant rosewood with light wears
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A wonderful proof engraved by Gilles-Louis Chrétien, the inventor of physionotrace portrait, with the collaboration of the draftsman Fournier.
Beautiful and in perfect condition representing an elegant young man of the XVIIIth century (under French Directory) wearing an earring.
Very subtle proof revealing all the delicacy of this young man portrait. A fashionable young man who was wearing an earring as the men of this end of 18th century. At this time indeed this type of earring was worn both by men and women. A fashion that will last around until 1st French Empire and that will be back at our modern era.
An historic document upon a period and fashion under French Directory.
Comes in addition from the prestigious collection of Count Sforza and is perfectly framed.