Description:
- Etching of the Santa María Fountain in Alicante.
- The engraving, done in black and white, depicts a fountain, called the Santa María Fountain, on Villa Vieja Street in Alicante, with several women collecting water around it.
- The printer's name is located in the lower right margin. - F. Chardon was a French printer active in Paris, primarily between 1820 and 1860, who worked at 30 Rue Hautefeuille. He collaborated with other artists such as Aze and is known for his work printing engravings and maps, which often included detailed illustrations.
- In the lower left corner appears the engraver: Rouargue, one of the two Rouargue brothers. In our opinion, the author of the engraving plate is most likely Adolphe Rouargue (1810–1870).
- This is an intaglio print, an etching process on copper.
- It is a standard size, unframed.
Conservation and Damage:
- Overall condition is very good.
- The print is on thick, good-quality paper.
- There are no rust or damp stains.
- The print shows wear consistent with its age.
Comments:
- Measurements are approximate. - The colors in the photos may not accurately reflect the actual colors.
- The print for sale is the one shown in the photos. The description is not a detailed representation of the print.
- The information provided here is based on personal, unverified opinions.
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