Patrick Wald Lasowski's 'La Gravure libertine' Explores Libertine Engraving

Patrick Wald Lasowski, an essayist and novelist specializing in 18th-century literature, has authored 'La Gravure libertine. Scènes du plaisir,' a luxurious boxed set published by Cercle d’art. The book presents a history of libertine engraving, delving into the erotic and subversive visual culture of the period. Reviewed in artpress no. 433 (May 2016, p. 83), the work is noted for its scholarly yet accessible approach, featuring a curated selection of prints that illustrate scenes of pleasure. Wald Lasowski's expertise in libertine literature informs his analysis of the engravings, connecting them to broader literary and philosophical currents of the Enlightenment. The publication is a significant contribution to the study of erotic art and 18th-century visual culture.