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Charles Riffaut (1799–1850) – Antique Engraving – Cow – ”Vache Mancelle” (1862) - This fine antique engraving, titled ”Vache Mancelle” (Mancelle Cow), was created by Charles Riffaut in 1862. It depicts a Mancelle cow, a now-extinct French cattle breed once highly valued for its dairy and meat production. The setting captures the cow in a pastoral landscape, surrounded by lush vegetation, emphasizing its natural habitat and the importance of agricultural livestock in 19th-century France.Charles Riffaut was a renowned French engraver, specializing in scientific and agricultural illustrations. This print was part of a series documenting regional cattle breeds, produced with highly detailed and realistic engraving techniques, making it an invaluable historical and zoological reference.Artist or maker:Charles RiffautMedium: Engraving on paperDate: 1862Dimensions: 48 cm × 35 cmCondition Description:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.