Charles Albert WALTNER (1846 - 1925) - "Two Turtles". 1897. Original etching and drypoint. Proof on wove paper, signed and initialled "A René Lecomte / Waltner" in pencil by the artist. Now somewhat forgotten, Charles-Albert Waltner was a talented engraver of the 1870s and 1880s. He first trained in Jean-Léon Gérome's studio, then turned to engraving. He won the Grand Prix de Rome in 1868, in the "Intaglio Engraving" section, and today is best known for a number of etchings, both in his own hand and after Old Masters. 12.7 x 16.8 cm. Condition A/B (cut inside subject on left and right, margins for last two sides).