All Resolutions
Artist
- Name:
- Unknown
Illustration
- Subject:
- Narratives
- Technique:
- Wood engraving
- Format:
- Portrait (taller)
Book
- Title:
- Les mémoires de Saint-Simon
- Author(s):
- Le Goffic, Charles, Saint-Simon, Tellier, Jules
- Publisher:
- Paris: Delagrave, ca. 1900
Description
Jean de Santeuil (or Santeul) (1630-1697) was a poet who wrote Latin verses and was also known for his vanity. He is depicted declaiming a piece of his poetry.
The caption reads in the original French: Santeuil déclamant ses vers.
Keywords: 17th century, 19th century, black & white, bombastic
