{"product_id":"antique-french-mr-de-la-flute-engraving-jean-duplessi-bertaux","title":"Antique French “Mr. de la Flute” Engraving | Jean Duplessi-Bertaux","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA wonderfully curious piece of early 19th-century French art, this petite antique engraving captures one of the colorful characters of historic Parisian street life.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitled \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMr. de la Flute — Joueur de plusieurs instrumens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, the scene depicts a street musician performing several instruments at once while an animated crowd gathers around him. Look closely and the engraving becomes even more delightful: men, women, and children watch the spectacle, while even a small dog joins the audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is by French artist and engraver \u003cstrong\u003eJean Duplessi-Bertaux (1747–1818)\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for his detailed depictions of everyday life, public spectacles, and the characters of Paris. This particular image is associated with his \u003cem\u003eSpectacles de rue\u003c\/em\u003e series and is documented to the \u003cstrong\u003eearly 19th century, circa 1810–1814\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine engraved linework is accented with selective touches of color, including soft blue, giving the otherwise monochromatic scene an especially charming quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented beneath glass in an \u003cstrong\u003eaged wood frame with decorative carved edging and layered period-style matting\u003c\/strong\u003e, the entire piece has the wonderfully imperfect character we look for in antique art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntique French engraving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMr. de la Flute — Joueur de plusieurs instrumens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy \u003cstrong\u003eJean Duplessi-Bertaux (1747–1818)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposition documented to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1810–1814\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked \u003cstrong\u003eNo. 6\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned in the plate \u003cstrong\u003eJ.D. Bertaux\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelective color throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresented beneath glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged wood frame with decorative detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-of-a-kind antique find\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImported from France\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e8.25\" W × 6.25\" H\u003c\/strong\u003e, overall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine antique piece with \u003cstrong\u003etoning, patina, discoloration, and age-related wear\u003c\/strong\u003e. The frame also shows visible wear and losses consistent with its age. These imperfections have been intentionally preserved and are an important part of the piece's timeworn character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Note on Age \u0026amp; Attribution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition itself is documented to the \u003cstrong\u003eearly 19th century\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because this particular work has not been removed from its frame for examination, we attribute it based on the visible title, plate signature, numbering, and composition rather than guaranteeing a specific printing date or edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStyling Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly the sort of small, slightly eccentric antique that makes a gallery wall more interesting. Mix it among \u003cstrong\u003eformal portraits, landscapes, old engravings, and larger paintings\u003c\/strong\u003e, or give it a place on a bookshelf where the details can be appreciated up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject also makes it particularly good for a music room, library, or collection of antique French artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Runner Duck Ltd ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46464162496582,"sku":null,"price":248.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3596\/1926\/files\/AntiqueFrench_Mr.delaFlute_Engraving_JeanDuplessi-Bertaux.png?v=1787951845","url":"https:\/\/runnerduckltd.com\/products\/antique-french-mr-de-la-flute-engraving-jean-duplessi-bertaux","provider":"Runner Duck Ltd ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}