Olivier, baron de Wismes (Jean-Baptiste Héracle Olivier de Blocquel de Croix de Wismes) (1814-1887) À May-sur-Orne, Calvados; À Courtanvaux (Sarthe); L'Enfance de la Vierge; Au Petit Saint-Jean (Manche); Le Petit Chaperon rouge, etc. 1850-1870. Etchings. Various formats. Exceptional collection of 19 proofs, on white vellum or chine appliqué, in various states, most annotated and dated in pencil in the lower right-hand corner by the artist, notably "pour moi" (proofs he reserved for himself). Light foxing, large light halos of moisture to some and occasional minor damage to edges. Full margins. Joint: 5 preparatory drawings for the engraving Le Petit Chaperon rouge (1871), including 2 on tracing paper. Ens. 24 p.