Visitekaartje van boekhandelaar Jacques François Quillau 1761

This 1761 etching by French artist Augustin de Saint-Aubin is a business card for Jacques François Quillau, a bookseller in Paris. The etching depicts a draped banner with the bookseller's name and address. The banner hangs between two columns with figures symbolic of literature and learning, such as a man reading a book and a woman with a quill pen, signifying the nature of Quillau's business. This small-scale etching, measuring just 71 mm by 104 mm, is a prime example of Rococo art, characterized by its delicate lines, playful details, and emphasis on elegance and sophistication. The etching is currently in the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.