PrintsFrench18th century

Paul Prays to the Lord at the Fresh Grave of Virginie

c. 1798

Artists

Charles-Melchior DescourtisArtist

Jean Frédéric SchallArtist after

Classification

Prints

Technique

Etching and stipple engraving

Medium

Etching, roulette, and stipple, printed in colors

Culture

French

Century

18th century

Division

European and American Art

Department

Department of Prints

Dimensions

image: 32.1 x 40.6 cm (12 5/8 x 16 in.)

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