Léonce Petit

Léonce Petit (1839-1884) was a French illustrator and printmaker who is best known for his detailed and often humorous depictions of 17th century life. Petit was born in Côtes-d'Armor, France, and later moved to Paris where he produced a prolific body of work. His prints often depict scenes of everyday life, including markets, street scenes, and festivals, and are characterized by their meticulous detail and lively composition. He was particularly known for his series of etchings about the "Fêtes galantes" of the 17th century.