105 Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1757–1810) & Labrousse (fl. 1780-1800) – Chinese Mandarins (Civil and Military) – Hand-Colored Engraving (1797)
This visually rich hand-colored engraving depicts a scene of Chinese officials, titled "Quaams ou Mandarins Chinois. Civil et Militaire." The print features three figures in traditional attire, one prominently displayed in a ceremonial or military uniform, another in a civilian-like official robe, and a smaller attendant figure. The detailed rendering of their clothing, headwear, and accoutrements highlights their social hierarchy and ceremonial status. This illustration is a significant example of late 18th-century ethnographic prints, providing a visual record of diverse cultures as understood by European observers.
Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur was a prolific French author and diplomat, renowned for his ethnographic works that aimed to document various peoples and their customs around the world. His publications, such as Tableaux des peuples de l'Asie, were highly influential in shaping European perceptions of non-European cultures. Labrousse, an engraver of the period, contributed to many such projects, meticulously translating the ethnographic observations into detailed copperplate prints that were often hand-colored to enhance their visual appeal and informative value.
Artist or Maker: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (Author), Labrousse (Engraver)
Dimensions: Approximately 28 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.
| Värdering | 200 - 300 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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