The Prodigal Son, 1800s, Paper, Set of 6

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A set of six framed and colored engravings depicting the life of "The Prodigal Son," after Sébastien Leclerc:
*The Prodigal … Read more A set of six framed and colored engravings depicting the life of "The Prodigal Son," after Sébastien Leclerc:
*The Prodigal Son's Debauched Life - broken glass
*The Prodigal Son Demanding His Legitimacy
*The Prodigal Son's Departure
*The Prodigal Son in Utter Poverty
*The Prodigal Son Pleading for His Father's Kindness - broken glass *Rejoicing at the Prodigal Son's Return

Short texts accompany the engravings, bearing the titles "Le Clerc Pinx" and "A Ragana Sculpt."

Sébastien Leclerc (1637-1714) was a draftsman and engraver from Lorraine, introduced to the arts at a very young age by his father.
Around 1665, sponsored by Charles Le Brun, he settled in Paris and received numerous commissions. An artist to the King, he received an annual stipend and took up residence at the Gobelins Manufactory, on the condition that he work exclusively for the king. He joined the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture in 1672. His pension no longer being sufficient, he regained his independence and produced a vast number of engravings: hardly an important book was published without being adorned with an engraving by Sébastien Leclerc.

In 1693, he obtained the position of Ordinary Engraver to the King.

Very fine early 19th-century wood marquetry frames – some imperfections; wooden backing except for one.

Engravings with stains, browning, and foxing.

Dimensions with frame: 40.5 x 34 x 2 cm See less