L'Epreuve
Maurice Delcourt
1895-12
Medium
paper
Dimensions
397; 225; 277; 105
About this artwork
height 397 mm x width 277 mm
Art Historical Context
**L'Epreuve by Maurice Delcourt (1895)** Created in December 1895, *L'Epreuve* ("The Proof" in French) is a delicate work on paper by Maurice Delcourt, measuring just 225 mm in height by 105 mm in width—compact enough to fit in the palm of your hand. This intimate scale suggests it may be a proof impression or study, a common practice among late 19th-century artists experimenting with printmaking techniques. The title itself evokes the meticulous process of testing prints before final editions, highlighting the era's fascination with precision and innovation in graphic arts. Set against the ...