Jollain (engravers)

The Jollain family were a line of French engravers, active primarily in the 17th and 18th centuries. Their work spanned a range of subjects, including religious scenes, portraits, landscapes, and historical events. They were known for their skill in both burin engraving and etching, and their prints were widely circulated throughout Europe. Several members of the family achieved prominence in the field, contributing significantly to the visual culture of their time. Identifying individual works solely by the name "Jollain" can be challenging due to the number of family members practicing the same profession concurrently. Careful study of signatures, styles, and subject matter is often necessary to attribute works definitively.