Grimaces Pl. 5 Male Emotions Lithograph, Hand-Colored, Circa 1823

Other Prints · 19th century

Grimaces Pl. 5 Male Emotions Lithograph, Hand-Colored, Circa 1823

€ 490

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1823
Mapmaker / artist: Louis-Léopold Boilly, France, published London c.1823–28
Technique: Lithograph with contemporary hand-coloring
Sheet size: 37 × 35.5 cm (14.6 × 14.0 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14155-9

What the condition grades mean

Excellent: Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good: Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good: Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair: Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

Minor age toning and light spotting. Overall very presentable.

About this sheet

Grimaces Pl. 5 – Male Emotions, Boilly Expressive Heads, c.1823
Another striking study of male expression, this plate emphasizes 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.