463 - MINON. Alexandre Jean-Louis Jazet (1814–1897) was a 19th-century French painter, costume designer, and illustrator. Throughout his career, he frequently used the pseudonyms “Minon” or “Japhet” to sign his works. He is particularly renowned for his delicate costume designs. His works often take the form of watercolors and ink drawings enhanced with gold, silver, or white, depicting historical or fairy-tale characters. Watercolor with gouache highlights, “Le service national,” signed circa 1895. 25 x 40 cm