French 1940’s Schoolhouse Double Sided Poster

Dimensions: 17 ¾” H x 20 ¾” W x ½” D

A charming reproduction print of a 19th century Italian engraving by Giuseppe Allezard, of a naval ship with 84 cannons bearing the Swedish flag of blue & gold cross. The text below the engraving dedicates the work to Antonio Branca, a banker, merchant, and patron of the arts. The curious history of the work gets more interesting with a dedication on the reverse (in French) indicating this was presented as a 25th birthday gift in 1970, accompanied by a small sticker of the picture framer in Antwerp! This print is framed in a classic wood molding of mahogany tone, surely to command attention in any gallery wall collection but has the presence to stand on its own as well. Some foxing of the paper around the edges. We believe this to be in good antique condition considering its age, and any visible signs of wear are captured in the photos. Please view the detailed image gallery for the current condition or reach out directly with any questions.

Dimensions: 21 ⅝” H x 24” W x 1” D

An extraordinary French 19th century framed aquatint (print) of a rider on horseback crossing a stone bridge toward a small homestead in the distance, past the treeline along the shore. It is a moody, melancholy scene shrouded in the dim light of early morning reflected by the stillness of the water. Above, thick clouds appear to yield to the breaking dawn which reveal the blue skies above. The composition and techniques draw comparison to the Impressionist mannerisms of the famous French artist Alexandre Louise Jacob however the stamp of authenticity from the printing house, Cercle de la Librairie in Paris, would place this much earlier. Indistinct signature and title in pencil on the bottom margin. Matting includes a “French line” pinstriping to complement the aqueous translucency of the color palette; framed under glass in a stunning acanthus-motif molding of gold gilt with exposed red bole. Note the paper is heavily foxed, please view all the detailed images to see the current condition.

Dimensions: 19 ¾” H x 24 ½” W x 1 ¼” D

French 19th century framed lithograph print of a seaside fort at some unknown locale, simply titled Chateau fort sur le bord de la mer, translating to a “castle on the seaside.” Rendered in a monochromatic grayscale, the scene is dominated by a large tower in the background, rising above stone walls protecting the compound from the sea–as well as two cannons ready to fire–with a schooner raising its sails for departure. In the foreground, the corner of another seawall offers shelter to a dinghy tied up, with several figures on the narrow ledge taking in the action. Note that the paper is foxed and creased down the center, enclosed by a gorgeous gilt picture frame of similar age and condition that shows multiple areas of loss–please view the detailed images to see more. Faint artist’s signature visible to the lower left of the image.

Dimensions: 22 ½” H x 31” W x 1” D

A striking French lithograph originally conceived by the 18th century painter Fragonard, reimagined in the 19th century by engraver Mathieu Barathier. Titled “Le Recit” which translates to English as both narrative and history, it’s a fitting concept to describe the Classical & mythological scene of a Greek philosopher and his young pupils gathered around a fire in some pastoral setting. Barathier has imbued the landscape with vitality by selectively coloring the figures in blues and yellows to varying saturation of hue. Framed and ready to hang in your interior. Please view the detailed images to see the current condition.