J.A.Defehrt and Bonaventure & Benoit-Louis Prevost, ‘Escrime’ Fencing Lithographs, Set of 8 framed plates, France, 1751

Set of 8 framed prints showing various fencing positions displayed by one or two men with rapiers or foils. Wooden frame. These engravings originate from the plate volume titled: ‘Recueil de Planches, sur les Sciences, les Arts Liberaux, et les Arts Mechaniques avec leur Explication’. ‘The Encyclopédie ou Dictionnaire raisonné des sciences, des arts et des métiers, par une Société de Gens de lettres.’ published under the direction of Diderot and d’Alembert between 1751 and 1772. Single framed print: 43 x 27,5 cm Condition: Good, given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling.