Paul-César Helleu (1859-1927) In front of the Watteau paintings in the Louvre (Madame Helleu). Circa 1895-1896. Drypoint. 400x300mm. Color print. Fine proof on "Van Gelder Zonen" watermarked laid paper, signed in red chalk. Strong marginal oxidation. Short mounting strip at the edges of the verso sheet on two sides. Tiny holes visible through transparency. Several fine surface scratches (including a longer one in the left-hand panel) - the result of an old glass break. Short fracture in lower margin, consolidated on verso. All margins.