Faverges c1860 France Haute-Savoie Alpine Landscape Lithograph Félix Benoist

Description

Faverges lithograph circa 1860

Faverges in Haute-Savoie France — An antique nineteenth-century lithograph reproducing a drawing by Félix Benoist. This panoramic view brings together the town, its prominent château and the surrounding Alpine landscape. The combination of architecture, mountains and everyday activity makes this print an appealing record of Faverges during the nineteenth century.

A panoramic view of Faverges

The composition presents the town within its mountainous setting, allowing the buildings and surrounding landscape to be appreciated together. The château stands out above the settlement and provides a focal point within the view. Beyond the town, the Alpine backdrop gives the scene its distinctive character and establishes the relationship between Faverges and its natural surroundings.

Rather than concentrating on an isolated monument, the view offers a broader impression of the locality. Buildings, routes through the landscape and mountain slopes contribute to a composition in which the town forms part of a larger setting. This approach gives the print both architectural and landscape interest.

Local life in the nineteenth century

Figures and horse-drawn vehicles bring movement to the scene. These details complement the panoramic view by suggesting the everyday activity of the town and its approaches. They also provide a sense of scale, helping the viewer appreciate the buildings and the landscape beyond them.

For collectors interested in historical views, such details are an important part of the print’s appeal. The image combines a recognisable place with an impression of local life, offering more than a purely architectural representation.

A drawing by Félix Benoist

The lithograph reproduces a drawing by Félix Benoist. Its appeal lies in the balance between topographical detail and a carefully arranged landscape composition. The town and château remain central to the subject, while the surrounding mountains give the view depth and atmosphere.

The printed image measures 32.2 × 22 cm on a sheet measuring 47.7 × 31.8 cm. The surrounding margins provide space around the composition and offer scope for presentation with a suitable mount.

Details

Subject: panoramic view of Faverges and its château.
Location: Haute-Savoie France.
Drawing: Félix Benoist.
Date: circa 1860.
Technique: lithography on paper.
Sheet dimensions: 47.7 × 31.8 cm.
Image dimensions: 32.2 × 22 cm.
Reference: 5400-26R789.

Condition

Good overall condition with margins retained, according to the supplied description. Please examine the photographs for the appearance of the paper and the condition of this particular impression.

This antique Faverges lithograph brings together several collecting interests: Haute-Savoie, the French Alps, historical town views, château architecture and nineteenth-century landscape prints. It would also make an attractive framed display for an interior with a connection to Savoy or the Alpine region.