La Colonade

Jean-Baptiste Rigaud

Associated Names
Jean-Baptiste Rigaud

Artist, French, active 1752/1761

The image depicts a detailed architectural scene with a circular colonnade. Large classical columns frame a series of elegant arcades forming a circle. In the background, a statue is surrounded by water fountains. The horizon is low, above the arcades, and lush trees populate the backdrop. The composition features intricate lines with a monochromatic sepia color palette. Elegantly dressed figures are in the foreground, while detailed trees and sky complete the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1946.11.174

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Le Blanc, no. 57


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1854

  • Le Blanc, Charles. _Manuel de l'amateur d'estampes, contenant le dictionnaire des graveurs de toutes les nations, dans lequel sont decrites les estampes rares, precieuses et interessantes avec l'indication de leurs differents etats et des prix auxquels

Wikidata ID

Q65077739

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