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L Ruet Signed Meissonier Etching Soldiers on Break 1911

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L Ruet Signed Meissonier Etching Soldiers on Break 1911
This is an original etching by Louis Ruet, after the painting by Jean-Louis Ernest Meissonier. This is a glimpse into the lives of French soldiers taking a break and having a discussion. Artist: Louis Ruet (after Meissonier) Medium: Etching on paper Signature: Ruet, In pencil, lower left Publisher: George C. Klackner Copyright date: 1911 Printer: Ch. Wittmann Details: Remarque, lower right margin (artist at the easel) Image size: 6 1/4" x 7 3/8" Matting: affixed to matte Matte size: 13 5/8 x 15 1/2" Condition: Excellent; sun fading on matte This etching captures the soldiers in a thoughtful moment. Louis Ruet (1895- 1905) was president of French etchers Society, and achieved the Gold Medal of Honour at the Paris Salon. His works became known by etchings after Meissonier.