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Madonna and Child – Stipple Engraving by Nargeot after Raphael, 1878
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Madonna and Child – Stipple Engraving by Nargeot after Raphael, 1878
This refined 19th-century stipple engraving presents a serene image of the Madonna and Child, rendered with extraordinary delicacy and reverence. Engraved by Achille Nargeot and published by F. Furnion & Cie in 1878, the work reproduces an earlier composition from Lyon dated 1844. The composition is clearly inspired by the Renaissance master Raphael, whose idealized figures and graceful forms shaped centuries of devotional art. The Madonna is portrayed seated in quiet contemplation, her gaze lovingly cast downward toward the Christ Child, who reclines playfully across her lap. Both mother and child are adorned with faint halos, reinforcing the divine nature of the bond between them.
The engraving demonstrates masterful control of stipple technique, a method characterized by the use of thousands of tiny dots to model form and light. This approach achieves a remarkable softness, particularly in the faces and flesh tones of the figures. The deep folds of the Madonna’s drapery and the architectural background arches are captured with elegant linear precision, blending both stipple and line engraving methods to evoke a sense of calm and spiritual intimacy.
Works such as this were produced in the 19th century not only for private devotion, but also as refined art objects intended for collectors and the educated bourgeoisie. The publisher, F. Furnion & Cie, was known for high-quality art reproductions, and Achille Nargeot was among the most skilled engravers of his generation. This impression is printed on fine laid paper, likely with a chine collé process, and bears strong plate marks and clean lines throughout the central image.
The composition is balanced and intimate, capturing the contemplative grace that defined the Renaissance ideal of motherhood. While the original painter is not explicitly identified on the plate, the graceful tilt of the Madonna’s head and the cherubic form of the Christ Child clearly recall Raphael’s most beloved Madonnas.
Condition:
The image itself is in very good condition, with sharp impressions and strong contrast. The outer margins show distinct water staining, particularly in the lower section, which is visible but does not affect the image area. Slight creasing is present in the surrounding paper, consistent with age and handling. No tears or losses.
Framing tip:
This engraving would benefit from professional conservation mounting and a wide, off-white archival mat to conceal the water staining while highlighting the clean, central image. A classic dark wood or gold-leaf frame would pair beautifully with the Renaissance subject, lending the work both elegance and historic gravitas. Museum glass is recommended to protect the fine details of the stipple work and to reduce reflection.
- Dimensions:Height: 13.59 in (34.5 cm)Width: 10.24 in (26 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.3 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1878
- Condition:The image itself is in very good condition, with sharp impressions and strong contrast. The outer margins show distinct water staining, particularly in the lower section, which is visible but does not affect the image area.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-12917-121stDibs: LU3054345608422
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