Description
Fontaine de la Place Louvois – 19th C. Paris Print byChamouin
A 19th-century French architectural print by Chamouin,depicting the Fontaine de la Place Louvois in Paris. Issued in the Vues deParis series, the print is titled “FONTAINE DE LA PLACE LOUVOIS” andsubtitled “Prise au Daguerréotype,” indicating that the image was taken from anearly daguerreotype view. The composition centers on the monumental fountain inthe Place Louvois, surrounded by Parisian buildings and animated with figuresin the square, preserving a mid-19th-century view of the city. The sheet is in good condition, with minor handling marks consistent with age.Please refer to the pictures for condition.
Details • Medium: Steel engraving on paper • Artist: Chamouin • Series: Vues de Paris • Title: Fontaine de la Place Louvois • Date: 19th Century • Paper Size: 14.5 × 10.75 in. • Image Size: 9.25 × 6.25 in. • Framing: Unframed
Inscriptions: • Upper center: VUES DE PARIS. • Upper right: 4. • Lower center: FONTAINE DE LA PLACE LOUVOIS. • Below title: Prise au Daguerréotype • Lower left: Publié par Chamouin, Rue de la Harpe, 29 • Lower right, in plate: Chamouin direx. • Condition Report: Good condition; minor handling marks; unframed
Disclaimer I have conducted thorough research to ensure the accuracy and authenticity ofthis work to the best of my ability. However, it is sold as is, with noguarantees or warranties regarding its provenance or historical attribution.
