Plate II, from "History of Porcelain"

Art Historical Context

This etching, Plate II from the1862 publication *History of Porcelain*, showcases the collaborative talents of printer Auguste Delâtre and etcher Jules-Ferdinand Jacquemart. Created during a period of renewed interest in decorative arts and industrial design in France, the print exemplifies how 19th-century artists used etching to document and celebrate the intricate beauty of porcelain objects. Delâtre’s expertise in printing techniques ensured crisp impressions, while Jacquemart’s precise linework captured the delicate forms and patterns typical of historical ceramics. Etching proved an ide...