Charles Méryon (1821-1868) The Morgue. 1854. Etching. 195x222mm. Delteil 36; Schneiderman42. A very fine proof printed in bistré black on cream laid paper watermarked "J Kool", from the 4th state (of 7), before the title and the engraved inscriptions on the facades. Fine tear skilfully restored in the center of the subject. Two small tears at head, caused by mounting tabs. Short tear at left edge. Full margins. On verso, initialed by A. Wasset (Lugt 201) in pen and sepia ink. Collector François-Achille Wasset (1818-1895) was sous-chef at the French Ministry of War. "He was one of the first and most fervent admirers of Charles Meryon's work, and it was at his sale, as well as at that of Salicis, that engravings by this master began to fetch high prices." (marquesdecollection.fr).