Jean-François Daumont: A Parisian Engraving Publisher Amidst Enlightenment Transformations Jean-François Daumont (1738 – 1768) stands as a fascinating figure within the vibrant artistic landscape of late eighteenth-century Paris, representing not merely an engraver but also a shrewd merchant and publisher who skillfully navigated the shifting currents of the Enlightenment. While overshadowed by more celebrated contemporaries like Jean Girartet, Daumont’s contribution to Parisian print culture deserves recognition for its ambition and stylistic innovation—a testament to his dedication and a r…