Tea Scene – Japonisme, c. 1873–1875 - Paper - Félix Hilaire Buhot (1847–1898) - France - 19th century

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Original aquaforte on paper by Félix Hilaire Buhot (1847–1898), titled Cabinet de lecture au Japon, circa 1873–1875, with overall dimensions 12 × 24 cm and provenance Casa d'aste.

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Félix Hilaire Buhot (1847–1898)
Cabinet de lecture au Japon
ca. 1873–1875
Original etching on paper by the celebrated French engraver Félix Hilaire Buhot, dedicated to a scene of a Japanese interior.
The composition depicts a group of people in traditional clothing gathered in a Japanese setting. On the right there is a panel with oriental characters in which the character 茶, related to tea, is clearly visible.
The work constitutes an interesting example of European Japonisme in the second half of the nineteenth century, a period in which numerous French artists were drawn to the charm of Japanese art, culture and iconography.
The subject is documented with the title Cabinet de lecture au Japon also in the collections of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, which houses a copy of the same composition attributed to Félix Buhot and dated about 1873. Rijksmuseum.nl
Technique: etching
Dating: ca. 1873–1875
Dimensions of the engraved part: about 6.5 × 13.5 cm
Author: Félix Hilaire Buhot (1847–1898)
Origin: France
Provenance:
Finarte Auction House, Easy Collecting / Antique Prints, 25 June 2026, lot 153. The copy has been catalogued by Finarte as an etching from 1875. Finarte
The work presents the natural tonalities and the normal signs of aging compatible with the age of the paper. Please observe carefully all photographs, which are an integral part of the description.
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Seller's Story

Eko casa redesign was born from a passion for design, art, and the recovery of unique objects. For over 10 years we have selected works, photographs, graphics, furnishings, and vintage objects sourced from auctions, private collections, and specialized markets. We believe in the value of reuse and the circular economy: every piece is chosen with care for quality, authenticity, and charm, with the aim of giving it a new life in the hands of a new collector. Each lot is selected with expertise, passion, and respect for the history it tells.
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Félix Hilaire Buhot (1847–1898)
Cabinet de lecture au Japon
ca. 1873–1875
Original etching on paper by the celebrated French engraver Félix Hilaire Buhot, dedicated to a scene of a Japanese interior.
The composition depicts a group of people in traditional clothing gathered in a Japanese setting. On the right there is a panel with oriental characters in which the character 茶, related to tea, is clearly visible.
The work constitutes an interesting example of European Japonisme in the second half of the nineteenth century, a period in which numerous French artists were drawn to the charm of Japanese art, culture and iconography.
The subject is documented with the title Cabinet de lecture au Japon also in the collections of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, which houses a copy of the same composition attributed to Félix Buhot and dated about 1873. Rijksmuseum.nl
Technique: etching
Dating: ca. 1873–1875
Dimensions of the engraved part: about 6.5 × 13.5 cm
Author: Félix Hilaire Buhot (1847–1898)
Origin: France
Provenance:
Finarte Auction House, Easy Collecting / Antique Prints, 25 June 2026, lot 153. The copy has been catalogued by Finarte as an etching from 1875. Finarte
The work presents the natural tonalities and the normal signs of aging compatible with the age of the paper. Please observe carefully all photographs, which are an integral part of the description.
Careful shipping, protected with rigid supports and traceable via Catawiki Smart Shipping where available.

Seller's Story

Eko casa redesign was born from a passion for design, art, and the recovery of unique objects. For over 10 years we have selected works, photographs, graphics, furnishings, and vintage objects sourced from auctions, private collections, and specialized markets. We believe in the value of reuse and the circular economy: every piece is chosen with care for quality, authenticity, and charm, with the aim of giving it a new life in the hands of a new collector. Each lot is selected with expertise, passion, and respect for the history it tells.
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Details

Dynastic Style/Period
19th century
Number of objects
1
Artist
Félix Hilaire Buhot (1847–1898)
Country of Origin
France
Attribution
Signed
Material
Paper
Height
12 cm
Width
24 cm
Title of artwork
Tea Scene – Japonisme, c. 1873–1875
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Auction house
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
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