L'Escarène - View from the Grand Pont

L'Escarène, view from the Grand Pont (Alpes-Maritimes). BENOIST (Félix) Paris, Charpentier, 1864. Fine impression on heavy paper, with period coloring, offering a view of the village of L'Escarène taken from the Grand Pont. The composition highlights the tiered houses of the town, dominated by the church and the surrounding terrain. Félix Benoist (1818-1896), draftsman and lithographer, is among the main illustrators of monumental and picturesque France in the 19th century. His views are appreciated both for their topographical precision and for the quality of their execution. Very good condition. Large margins preserved. Sheet dimensions: 31.8 x 41.8 cm. Image dimensions: to be completed. 23.4 x 32.2 cm.