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Item Description: stunning, authentic pair of original late 18th-century stipple engravings depicting the ill-fated final monarchs of France’s Ancien Régime: King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette
.These historically significant portrait prints were created by the renowned British printmaker John Curtis (active 1786–1800). Identical impressions of these specific Curtis engravings are preserved in the permanent collections of the British Museum and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.Item Details:
Subjects: King Louis XVI ("Louis Seize Roi de France") and Queen Marie Antoinette ("Marie Antoinette Reine d'Autriche de France")
Artist/Engraver: John Curtis (British, active late 18th Century)
Medium: Original Stipple Engraving and Etching on paperPeriod: Circa 1739 (Louis XVI era)
Framing: Housed in their original period 18th-century Louis XVI style carved giltwood frames featuring elegant molded and beaded detailing.Condition Report:These are true, original period pieces showing beautiful, authentic antique character.The hand-carved giltwood frames have age-related wear, light cracking to the gesso, and chipw to the gold leaf consistent with being over 220 years old, which greatly enhances their period charm. The prints are safely mounted behind old glass. The paper shows natural age toning and minor foxing, but remains vibrant with crisp detailing. (Please review all high-resolution photos carefully.)
