Fine Art Print : Magician performing card trick to gathered crowd
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Magician performing card trick to gathered crowd
Undated colour illustration of magician performing card trick to gathered crowd after an aquatint by J J Chalon, entitled L Escomoteur - 1814. HPG/8/2/1 (xliii)
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Media ID 4421283
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1820 Chalon Conjures Conjuring Conjuror Entertainer Magic Magician Performer Slight Travelling Trick Tricks Watching
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the enchantment of our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of a magician performing a card trick for a mesmerized crowd. This undated color illustration, titled "L'Escomoteur," is an exquisite aquatint by J.J. Chalon, showcasing the timeless allure of magic and illusion. Add an air of mystery and wonder to your home or office with this stunning piece from Mary Evans Prints Online.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This illustration, entitled "L'Escomoteur" or "The Card Conjurer," is an undated color print after an aquatint by the renowned French artist J.J. Chalon, created in 1814. The image portrays a magician, dressed in the fashion of the early 19th century, skillfully performing a card trick for an enthralled crowd gathered in a bustling street setting. The magician's deft hands manipulate the cards with a subtle, almost imperceptible touch, as the onlookers lean in, fully engaged in the mystery and wonder of the moment. Children and women are among the enchanted spectators, their eyes wide with amazement and delight. The magician's expression is one of focused concentration, as if he is in a world of his own, oblivious to the excitement his performance is generating. The historical context of this print is further emphasized by the traditional French attire and the architectural details in the background, which suggest a European cityscape. The term "escomoteur" was commonly used in France during the 18th and 19th centuries to refer to a traveling magician or conjurer, who would entertain audiences in public spaces, such as markets, fairs, and streets. This print is a testament to the enduring appeal of magic and the power of a skilled performer to captivate and delight an audience, regardless of time or place.
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