Edmé Jeaurat

Edmé Jeaurat was an artist active in printmaking across the late 17th and early 18th centuries, with documented activity spanning the years 1688 through 1734. The artist’s known work consists of prints, covering religious subjects, portraits, and genre studies.

Five prints attributed to Jeaurat are currently represented in museum collections, establishing the artist's position within historical graphic arts. These works are preserved at institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The prints address diverse subject matter, ranging from devotional imagery, such as St. Sebastian, Saint Jacques Le Mineur, and Saint Jean, to genre observations like Peasant Woman from Around Ferrara and the detailed study Seated man with box in his lap, he rests his right elbow on a taller box.

For researchers and collectors seeking high-quality prints, Jeaurat's output offers valuable insight into early 18th-century graphic arts. Many of these historical works are now available as downloadable artwork, ensuring the accessibility of the artist’s visual record.