Beautiful folio size antique photogravure print from the picture by Phillippe de Champaigne (click thumbnails above for larger size image).
Printed on heavyweight cream stock. Plate mark present. Reverse side is blank.
It's hard to appreciate the stunning detail and clarity of this print until you see it in person.
Here we see the Cardinal full length, standing facing us, in crimson silk robe, with the Order of St. Louis hung by a blue ribbon round his neck. In his right hand he holds his scarlet biretta, and with his left he holds up the skirt of his robe, showing the white surplice beneath.
Title: Portrait of Cardinal Richelieu
Publication: Great Masters in the Louvre Gallery
Publication Year: 1899-1900
Publisher: D. Appleton & Goupil & Co. (New York & Paris)
Approximate Page Size (in inches): 12½ x 16¾
Approximate Image Size (in inches): 8¾ x 12½
Condition: EX. Very clean.
