Attributed to Raymond Lafage

Raymond Lafage (1656–1684) was a French draughtsman and etcher born in Lisle-sur-Tarn, celebrated for his remarkably fluid and virtuosic pen-and-ink drawings often compared to those of the Italian masters. Works attributed to him suggest a prolific output of figural compositions, mythological scenes, and religious subjects executed with spontaneous, energetic line work. The 'Attributed to' designation in auction contexts reflects scholarly caution regarding authentication of drawings within his circle or followers.