Nicolas de Larmessin III, French, 1640 to 1725, hand colored etching on paper depicting a costume design for a Baker from the series, Grotesque Costumes. Inscribed in french lower to the center. the original etching was made in 1696. Framed. Nicolas III de Larmessin, sometimes referred to as Nicolas II de Larmessin was a French engraver and publisher based in Paris. He published several prints completing the series of Grotesque Costumes started by his older brother. Antique Graphic Art Prints and Collectibles.