Monkey Mask, from Divers Masques 1630 - 1650

"Monkey Mask" is an etching from François Chauveau's "Divers Masques" series. It depicts a close-up of a monkey's face in a theatrical mask style. Created between 1630 and 1650, Chauveau's meticulous lines capture the monkey's expression, fur, and features in detail. This work is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City and is a fine example of 17th-century French printmaking.