Denis de MATHONIERE (1545–1596) (after) — “Queen Vashti Loses Her Crown to Esther.” Printed around 1860 based on the woodcut by Mathonière, which itself was based on a drawing by Antoine CARON (1521–1599). Print on laid paper, annotated on the reverse in pencil with “Ex coll. Firmin Didot.” From the series “The Story of Esther and Ahasuerus.” 27.2 x 37.5 cm. Condition A/B (two wormholes in the image; otherwise in good overall condition).