Charles-Samuel Girardet
Born in 1780.
Died in 1863.
Charles-Samuel Girardet was a versatile artist active as a draughtsman, engraver, lithographer and illustrator. His oeuvre is characterised by copies after Old and modern masters, bearing witness to a respectful approach to artistic traditions. He was also the father of three sons, Karl, Edouard and Paul Girardet, who went on to pursue artistic careers.
Girardet’s contributions to the graphic arts of his time merit further exploration in order to gain a better understanding of his influence and legacy.