Antique Le Médecin Malgré Luy – Engraving by Laurent Cars after François Boucher (19th Century Sanguine Print, Published by Eudes, Paris)

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An elegant 19th-century sanguine engraving titled Le Médecin Malgré Luy (The Doctor in Spite of Himself), based on Molière's iconic … Read more An elegant 19th-century sanguine engraving titled Le Médecin Malgré Luy (The Doctor in Spite of Himself), based on Molière's iconic 1666 comedy. This finely detailed print was engraved by Laurent Cars (French, 1699–1771), one of the leading engravers of the 18th century, after a composition invented and drawn by François Boucher (1703–1770), the celebrated Rococo painter.

Printed in warm red-brown tones (sanguine), this engraving was published in Paris by Eudes, as part of a richly illustrated edition of the Oeuvres de Molière. The scene captures a dynamic moment in the play, blending theatrical drama and satirical elegance typical of Boucher's visual storytelling.

Inscription on plate:
“Inven. et dessiné par F. Boucher”
“Gravé par Laur. Cars”

Medium: Etching and engraving in sanguine on laid paper
Publisher: Eudes, Paris
Production date: 19th century (after the original 18th-century engraving)
Plate mark (image size): 25.2 × 17.5 cm
Sheet size: 36.5 × 25 cm
Condition: Good. Light foxing spots visible on the margins and background (see photos). Strong impression, crisp lines, and excellent detail retention. See less