1846 - 1897

Kort om kunstneren

  • Museums on APS: Carnavalet Museum
  • Top-ranked work: Self-Portrait of Charles Courtry (1846-1897), engraver
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Art period: 19th Century
  • Also known as:
    • Jean Louis
    • Charles Jean Louis Courtry
    • Jean Louis Courtry
    • Charles-Jean-Louis Courtry
  • Nationality: France

A Master of Etching and Illustration

Charles Courtry was a French printmaker, illustrator, etcher, copper engraver, and graphic artist. Recognized as one of the premier aquafortistes of the 19th century, his technical mastery was reflected in his extensive collaborations with various prestigious publications. His work appeared in journals such as Gazette des beaux-arts, L'Artiste, Le Musée universel, and Paris à l'eau-forte.

Beyond his editorial contributions, Courtry was a prolific illustrator of literary works. His engravings accompanied notable texts, including L'Abbé Tigrane by Ferdinand Fabre and Scènes de la vie de bohème by Henry Murger. He also provided illustrations for Eugène Fromentin's travelogues, Une année dans le Sahara and Une année dans le Sahel. In 1881, his professional achievements were recognized when he was named a Chevalier of the Ordre national de la Légion d'honneur.

Artistic Legacy and Students

Courtry's influence as a teacher is evidenced by the diverse group of artists who studied under him, including:

His graphic output also included collaborative collections such as Les Jades and Le Calvaire d'Héloïse Pajadou. In his later years, he engaged in creative projects like Boutet embêté par Courtry, a collection of poems that he illustrated himself.

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Kunstquiz

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Spørgsmål 1:
What was Charles Courtry's primary artistic specialty?
Spørgsmål 2:
In which year was Charles Courtry named a Chevalier of the Legion of Honor?
Spørgsmål 3:
Which of these publications did Courtry collaborate with?
Spørgsmål 4:
Courtry illustrated the travelogues of which author?
Spørgsmål 5:
Where was Charles Courtry born?