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**ENGRAVER:** François-Antoine Aveline, known as "Aveline le jeune" (French, 1718–1780)
**ARTIST/DESIGNER:** Jean Robert (signed as "J. Robert")
**TITLE:** "La Bataille de Montleri" (The Battle of Montlhéry)
**DATE C.:** Circa 1750 (18th Century)
**MEDIUM:** Original Antique Copper Plate Engraving on Laid Paper
**FORMAT:** Unframed / Loose Sheet
--- 📜 HISTORICAL SIGNATURE DETAILS ---
This genuine 18th-century antique print features crystal-clear, verified Latin publication credits visible in the lower margins (as shown in the close-up photos):
• LOWER LEFT: "J. Robert delineavit" (Drawn by Jean Robert)
• LOWER RIGHT: "Aveline le jeune Sculpsit" (Engraved by François-Antoine Aveline the Younger)
--- ⚔️ SUBJECT MATTER ---
The engraving captures a sweeping, highly detailed depiction of the historic Battle of Montlhéry, fought on July 16, 1465, between King Louis XI of France and Charles the Bold (Charles Comte de Charolois), son of Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy. Framed by classical columns, the composition showcases armored knights on horseback, clashing infantries, heraldic flags, and fortified castles in the background.
--- ⚠️ CONDITION REPORT ---
• PRINT MATRIX: The engraved lines are dark, deep, and remarkably crisp with fine historical details fully intact.
• PAPER: Authentic 18th-century laid paper showing honest, uniform age-toning and very light patina consistent with a 270+ year old sheet. No major tears or stains distracting from the central image field.
SHIPPING: Shipped completely flat, securely sandwiched between heavy sheets of rigid corrugated cardboard to guarantee safe transit.