Jules-Ferdinand Jacquemart: The Revivalist Etcher Jules-Ferdinand Jacquemart (1837–1880) stands as a pivotal figure in the resurgence of etching during the Victorian era, earning him the moniker “etching revival.” Born in Paris to architect Charles-Louis-Fortuné Brunet-Debaines, his artistic journey began with foundational training at the École des Beaux-Arts, where he honed his skills under masters like Maxime Lalanne and fellow printmaker Jules-Ferdinand Jacquemart—a familial connection that foreshadowed his own contribution to the art world. This early exposure instilled in him a meticulo…