Adolphe Potémont

Adolphe Potémont was an artist and printmaker active during the mid-19th century, with his documented artistic period spanning from 1842 to 1874. His output focused largely on topographical etching, detailing specific architectural sites and scenes of urban life.

Potémont’s known body of work strongly suggests an interest in documenting Parisian streetscapes and historically significant structures. Subjects often included precise renderings of identifiable locations, such as Rue St. Lazare 56, Maison de Paul Delaroche et Horace Vernet, the iconic Rue de la Victoire (70). Hôtel Bonaparte, and Rue du Coq St. Jean. The inclusion of the print titled Headquarters of the Société des Aquafortistes among his extant works further links him to the prominent etching revival movement in France during this era.

The quality of his production is attested by the representation of his work in prestigious American institutions. Eight of his high-quality prints are preserved in museum collections, notably at the National Gallery of Art (NGA) in Washington, D.C., and the Cleveland Museum of Art. Many of the original Adolphe Potémont prints from this period have entered the public domain, allowing for greater scholarly access and distribution as downloadable artwork.