Elegant man in full wig; grey striped coat over black waistcoat and breeches; carrying a cane and hat.Francois-Claudins Compte-Calix (1813-1880) was a French painter and illustrator. A regular exhibitor at the Salons; he illustrated numerous books and several romantic books of poetry; and for many years contributed to the fashion magazine 鈥楳odes Parisiennes'.Handcolored lithograph of an illustration by Francois-Claudins Compte-Calix from 鈥楲es Modes Parisiennes sous le Directoire' (Paris Fashions under the Directory 1795-1799) 1865.