H. Simon THOMASSIN (1687–1741) – “Melancholy” (Vanity). c. 1729–1740. Etching and burin engraving after the painting by Dominique FETI. Ref.: Le Blanc, no. 40. Print with letter, on laid paper. Bearing on the reverse the collection mark of PAUL VIKTOROWITCH DELAROFF (1852–1913), legal advisor in St. Petersburg (Lugt 663). Small margins from the copper plate. 42.2 x 26.3 cm. Condition A/B (cut inside the copper plate mark, a short tear on the right edge that has been reinforced, and some signs of handling; in good overall condition).