{"product_id":"les-metamorphoses-du-jour-11","title":"Royal Scarab Family by J.J. Grandville","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis delightful hand-colored lithograph from J.J. Grandville's celebrated 'Les Métamorphoses du Jour' presents a satirical procession of scarab beetles dressed as French clergy and nobility. Published in the 1854 Gustave Havard edition, the plate showcases Grandville's signature anthropomorphic wit, transforming insects into pompous ecclesiastical figures complete with elaborate robes, miters, and ceremonial staffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition moves from left to right in diminishing perspective, with magnificently attired beetles in purple, gold-fringed yellow, red with floral patterns, and various ceremonial vestments. A religious banner leads the procession at the far right, while tiny actual beetles at lower left provide a witty reminder of the subjects' true nature. The hand-coloring is vibrant and carefully applied, bringing Grandville's social commentary to vivid life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrandville's influence on visual culture cannot be overstated; his anthropomorphic creatures anticipated surrealism by nearly a century and directly inspired artists from Tenniel to Max Ernst. A standout piece for collectors of French illustration, natural history art, or anyone who appreciates sharp social satire delivered with artistic elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5\" x 10.0\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e J.J. Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gérard)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Authentic Vintage Posters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44699235516531,"sku":"AP7230","price":52.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/3005\/8556\/files\/2026-04-04-11-22-44-01.jpg?v=1775337527","url":"https:\/\/www.authenticvintageposters.com\/en-nl\/products\/les-metamorphoses-du-jour-11","provider":"Authentic Vintage Posters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}