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Louis Icart, Original Copperplate Etching on Paper, The Coach, Signed

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Louis Icart, Original Copperplate Etching on Paper, The Coach, Signed
Step into the seductive charm of post-war Parisian art with this exquisite and rare 1946 copperplate etching by famed French artist Louis Icart, titled La Dame aux Camelias, from his provocative In the Coach series. The etching vividly portrays Icart's signature blend of romanticism and cheeky eroticism, showing a coachman glancing back with a sly grin as a lady's intimate moment is framed in the carriage window. Executed with Icart's hallmark fluid line, pastel hues, and artful sensuality, this etching captures the essence of Belle Epoque nostalgia while offering a glimpse of the risque humor that made Icart's work beloved in both the art deco and modern decorative arts scenes. Louis Icart gained international acclaim in the 1920s and 30s as the master of boudoir art and fashion illustration, blending classical academic techniques with a daring sense of humor and eroticism. His works were especially popular in Paris and New York, with a revival of interest post-WWII. He was known for hand-signing his limited-edition prints, many of which were created using copperplate etching and aquatint techniques. La Dame aux Camelias exemplifies his mature style and storytelling flair. This piece is presented in a lavish, deep-profile, gilt wood frame with decorative beading and leaf corners, mounted behind a broad white mat. Hand-signed by the artist in pencil on lower right.

Artist: Louis Icart (French 1888-1950)
Issued: 1946
Dimensions: 22"L x 26"H
Country of Origin: France

Condition: Age related wear.