Charles Meryon. 1821-1868.
Le Ministère de la Marine (The Admiralty, Paris). 1865. Etching. Schneiderman 94/vii. 6 5/8 x 5 3/4 (sheet 18 3/4 x 14 1/2). Published by Cadart and Luquet for the Soeiété des Aquafortistes, August 1, 1866. Blindstamp of the publishers, Cadart and Luquet. Monogrammed, titled and signed in the plate. A fine impression on cream laid paper with full margins. $1,500.
The flying figures have been considered a manifestation of Meryon's madness; however, it seems reasonable that they are simply visiting the ministry to issue a complaint.
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