Other Prints · 19th century
€ 490
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Minor age toning and light spotting. Overall very presentable.
Grimaces Pl. 5 – Male Emotions, Boilly Expressive Heads, c.1823
Another striking study of male expression, this plate emphasises tension, suspicion, and exaggerated reaction. The tightly clustered heads create a sculptural, almost relief-like composition.
This image exemplifies why Boilly’s Grimaces remain highly collectible today: they are humorous, visually powerful, and psychologically astute.
Condition report:
Minor age toning and light spotting. Overall very presentable.
Framing tips:
Dark frames or minimal modern profiles both work effectively.
Technique: Lithograph with contemporary hand-colouring
Maker: Louis-Léopold Boilly, France, published London c.1823–28
