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Jean-Baptiste Rigaud

Associated Names
Jean-Baptiste Rigaud

Artist, French, active 1752/1761

The image shows a park scene from an elevated point of view. Large trees surround the area, obscuring the horizon. In the center, there is an obelisk-shaped fountain. The trees are drawn with detailed pencil-like strokes. Figures in period clothing are present near the fountain. The style includes intricate line work emphasizing textures in the trees and water ripples. The color palette is mostly gray, creating contrast and depth. The perspective adds to the sense of grandeur and scale, with pathways guiding viewers through the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1946.11.179

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Le Blanc, no. 62


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

Q65077779

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