Jean Julien Deltil hunting prints, 1831

Summary

Creator:

Deltil, Jean-Julien, 1791-1863

Date:

1831

Extent:

0.1 Linear Feet 1 oversized folder

Language:

English

Preferred citation:

Hunting scenes, ms2748, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of 4 color prints of wall murals (scenics) painted by Deltil in 1831. They are being advertised for sale by A.L. Diament & Company; each contains an explanation of how the piece was originally made and a description of the panel. The four are: the Picnic, Wild Boar, Red Stag, and Wild Duck. Each show various hunting scenes, often with men, horses, and dogs.

Biographical / historical:

Jean Julien Deltil was a French artist who lived from 1791-1863. He often portrayed America in his work.

Indexed terms

Subjects:

Color prints.
Prints (visual works)

Preferred citation:

Hunting scenes, ms2748, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.