Le Verre d'eau

1787

Nicolas Ponce after Jean-Honoré Fragonard

Associated Names
Nicolas Ponce

Artist, French, 1746 - 1831

Jean Honoré Fragonard

Artist After, French, 1732 - 1806

The image is an illustration within an oval frame, showing a partial view of two figures and a reclining person. The reclining person is positioned with their back against large pillows, draped in fabric. Their facial features are delicate, with closed eyes and curled hair framing the face. Two figures to the left are dressed in historical garments typical of the 18th century. The background features heavy drapery and elaborate floral and scrollwork details, in a Rococo style.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving

  • Credit Line

    Widener Collection

  • Accession Number

    1942.9.2319

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Portalis/Beraldi 1880, no. 7


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1880

  • Portalis, baron Roger and Henri Beraldi. Les graveurs du dix-huitieme siecle. 2 parts, 3 vols. each part. Paris, 1880.

Wikidata ID

Q64960825

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