Title
Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais
Caption
Pierre-Augustin Caron de Beaumarchais (1732-1799), French writer, philosopher and playwright.
He is one of the emblematic figures of the Enlightenment. Initially a businessman in the service of the royal power, his plays highlight the throes of power.
He was Voltaire's publisher and was also behind the first law in favour of copyright and the founder of the Société des auteurs.
His major works include the Figaro trilogy (Barber of Seville, Marriage of Figaro, Guilty Mother)
Private collection
Engraving - 19th century
Date
19th century
Credit line
Photo12/Collection Jaime Abecasis
Reference
LKO12A00_204
Model release
No
License type
Rights managed
Available size
27,8Mb (2,2Mb) / 9,0in x 12,0in / 2702 x 3602 (300dpi)