Erasmus 1863

"Erasmus" is a black and white lithograph on paper by French artist Félix Bracquemond, created in 1863. The print features a portrait of the Renaissance humanist, Erasmus, seated and writing in a book, his head turned towards the viewer. The work, currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, showcases Bracquemond's mastery of the lithograph technique, evident in the rich detail of Erasmus's clothing, the textured background, and the fine lines of his writing hand. The artist's signature, "Bracquemond," appears in the lower right corner, adding authenticity to the print.