Gaston Hoffmann - Hand Signed - Aquatint Etching - Le Tendre Framed

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Genuine antique hand-signed and hand-coloured aquatint etching titled "Le Tendre" by listed French artist Gaston Hoffmann (1883–1977), dating to c. 1925–1930.

This is a real, period French intaglio print—not a modern reproduction—packed with authentic collector details:

• Hand-Signed in Pencil: Clearly signed by the artist in graphite pencil (G. Hoffmann) in the lower right margin across the embossed copperplate platemark, with the etched title "Le tendre" on the lower left.

• Authentic Parisian Edition: Features the period copyright line "Copyright by Ch. Ducher..." etched along the upper right edge inside the plate impression, confirming its original 1920s Parisian publication.

• Charming Subject & Quality: Depicts a lively, humorous 18th-century style courtship scene bursting with French character, fine etched linework, and delicate original hand-applied aquatint colour.

• Belfast Gallery Provenance: Retains its vintage Roma Ryan Books & Prints (73 Dublin Road, Belfast) framing label on the reverse.

• Dimensions & Presentation: Housed in a handsome vintage mahogany-tone frame with a gilt inner slip and cream bevelled mount. Outer frame measures 51 × 41 cm (approx. 20 × 16 inches).

• Condition: Very good antique condition and ready to hang straight on the wall, with light natural age toning to the paper consistent with a century-old work.

Gaston Hoffmann’s original signed etchings are sought after by collectors of French illustration and vintage prints—a brilliant statement piece for a study, hallway, or living room.

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