Charles Méryon (1821-1868) The Ministry of the Navy. 1865. Etching. 145 x 167. Delteil 45; Schneiderman 94. Fine proof on laid paper, from the Cadart edition. Strong oxidation of the folio at the edge of the passe-partout. Heavy freckling in the sky above the building. A few other light freckles. Wide margins. Frame (not examined outside the frame).