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Print of Convent of the Buddhist Monks Named Talapoins, Siam 'Thailand', ca.1730

About the Item

Antique print titled 'Couvent de Talapoins - Pierres en forme de Mitre - Parasols d'Honneur'. Talapoin is a 16th-century French word for a Buddhist monk, from Portuguese talapão, from Mon tala poi "our lord"; originally jocular, from the appearance of the monkey. This plate shows a convent of the Buddhist Talapoins, mitre schaped stones found next to Pagodas and parasols given by the King of Siam. This print originates from 'Ceremonies et coutumes Religieuses (..)' by A. Moubach. Artists and Engravers: The most important engraver of this work is Bernard Picart (1673-1733). He was a French painter and engraver. He received his art education from his father, Etienne (1632-1721), from Le Brun and Jouvenet at the Royal Academy. His talents developed rapidly: at the age of sixteen he gained honors at the Academy of Paris.He was born in Paris and died in Amsterdam. Other engravers worked on this work as well. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Minor wear, blank verso. Please study image carefully.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)Width: 9.06 in (23 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1730-1739
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1730
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: PCT-6236 1stDibs: LU3054326695262
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