133 F. Labrousse after Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1757–1832) – Pêtre Indous (Hindu Priest) – Hand-colored Engraving (1797)
This captivating hand-colored engraving, titled "Pêtre Indous" (Hindu Priest), depicts a figure in traditional attire, leaning against a stone pedestal, holding a staff and prayer beads. Designed by Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur and engraved by F. Labrousse, this print was created in 1797. It is part of a broader series of ethnographic illustrations that aimed to document the diverse costumes and customs of various world peoples in the late 18th century. The detailed depiction and vibrant hand-coloring offer a visual record of religious and cultural figures, reflecting European efforts to categorize and understand non-Western societies during the Enlightenment era.
Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1757–1832) was a French diplomat, traveler, and prolific author, widely recognized for his illustrated works on world costumes and customs. His comprehensive compilations, such as "Tableaux des principaux peuples de l'Europe, de l'Asie, de l'Afrique, de l'Amérique" (1796-1797), aimed to document the diverse peoples of the world and were influential in shaping European perceptions of other cultures. F. Labrousse was a French engraver active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, frequently collaborating with artists and authors like Grasset de Saint-Sauveur to produce detailed plates for illustrated publications.
Artist or Maker: F. Labrousse (Engraver) after Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm
Medium: Hand-colored Engraving
Date: 1797
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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