Original engraving depicting a scene from Jean-Pierre Claris de Florian's Fables ("La Mort," no. IX of his Livre I). Death, shown as a skeleton with a crown, deliberates over which of her servants to make prime minister: War, Gout, or Fever. Engraved by Andrew Best Leloir (French, 19th century.) Toning and some light foxing, diagonal crease, overall very good. 5.75 x 9 inches (14.6 x 23.2 cm).
Original engraving depicting a scene from Jean-Pierre Claris de Florian's Fables ("La Mort," no. IX of his Livre I). Death, shown as a skeleton with a crown, deliberates over which of her servants to make prime minister: War, Gout, or Fever. Engraved by Andrew Best Leloir (French, 19th century.) Toning and some light foxing, diagonal crease, overall very good. 5.75 x 9 inches (14.6 x 23.2 cm).