4 volumes. 246 pages. With 108 (1 color) illustrations in the text and numerous illustrations on 50 plates, some in color, true to the originals, printed on brownish cardboard. Original blue half-morocco binding in a slipcase. A unique monumental work on French portrait painting during its prime from 1750 to 1825. J.-B. Masse, P.-K. Hall, F. Dumont, J.B. Isabey, and others are discussed. Printed in 200 copies.