Bound print
Classification
Bound print
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council
Accession Number
1921-6-551-105
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
Jean-Charles Krafft, a French artist born in 1764 and active until 1833, created this intriguing *Bound print* sometime between 1771 and 1802. Working during the late Enlightenment and Revolutionary era in France, Krafft was known for his contributions to printmaking, often capturing architectural scenes and portraits with a neoclassical precision. This piece, classified as a bound print, likely forms part of a collected volume or album—a common format for disseminating art and illustrations in the 18th century, allowing prints to be preserved and shared collectors. Though the specific medium...