Claude Mellan (1598-1688) Saint Francis of Assisi. Burin. 358x235. Préaud 74. Very fine proof on laid paper (partial watermark: fine dupuy and cluster countermark in a circle), of the 1st state (of 2), before the arms in the white leaf at the foot. Small russet stains in the upper left subject. Small traces of glue at head on verso. Narrow margins.