Franz Xavier Habermann

Franz Xavier Habermann (1721–1796) was a German engraver and artist known for his detailed urban views and ornament designs. He worked primarily in Augsburg and specialized in “vues d’optique”—prints designed to be viewed through optical devices creating a three-dimensional effect. Habermann is particularly noted for his artistic reconstructions of American cities like New York and Boston during the 18th century. His elegant rococo-style engravings contributed significantly to printmaking art and are valued by collectors for their detail and historical context.