Ciappori, Cl'us "France XVe Siecle. Rogier Bon Temps." From "Les Arts Somptuaires Histoire du Costume et de L’Ameublement et des arts et Industries qui s’y Rattachent"

Cl’us Ciappori.  "France XVe Siecle. Rogier Bon Temps." From Les Arts Somptuaires Histoire du Costume et de L’Ameublement et des arts et Industries qui s’y Rattachent. 

Paris: Hangard-Mauge, 1857-58.  5 1/2 x 7 5/8.  Quarto. Chromolithograph by Thurwanger. Light foxing in margins, not affecting image.  Else, very good condition. 

As the title states, this print is one of a a sumptuous series of bright chromolithographs illustrating medieval European costume, furniture, and the arts of this period.  This work was intended for a wealthy clientele throughout Europe, satisfying the demand for colorful illustrations of the past.  The prints are of particularly good quality, being very fine examples of the use of printing in color (chromolithography).  The images are printed with precise registration and rich color that has well maintained its brilliance.  A most interesting and decorative set of prints.

Many more images from this series in stock, please inquire.