Gargantua: Chapter XVII

1942

Bernard Reder

Associated Names
Bernard Reder

Artist, American, 1897 - 1963

This is a drawing of a scene with unicorns in front of a cathedral. The image features a stone façade of a gothic-style cathedral with elaborate arches and windows. In front of the cathedral, there are unicorns. One unicorn is being ridden by a figure in ornate clothing, including a feathered hat and decorative garments. The largest unicorn is prominently positioned with an expressive eye and detailed mane. Another smaller unicorn is also present, along with a figure holding a pouch and an additional smaller creature near the base of the cathedral. The composition blends elements of fantasy and architecture in a detailed line drawing style.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 18 × 18.5 cm (7 1/16 × 7 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.1936

  • Series Title

    Rabelais: Gargantua-Pantagruel [1964.8.1928-1963]

Associated Artworks

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The image shows the cover of a book with a textured cloth-like surface featuring sketched artwork and printed text. A portrait of a man with a beard is in the center, depicted from the shoulders up, facing slightly to the right. He has a serious expression and a thick, short beard with detailed facial features, wearing a beret-like hat and coat or cloak. Stylistically drawn trees or abstract lines surround the man's image within a dark rectangle on the lighter fabric cover. Above the portrait, "RABELAIS" is printed in large, ornate white letters, and below are the words "Gargantua Pantagruel Bois graves par Reder" in white.

Rabelais

Bernard Reder

1942

Rabelais: Gargantua-Pantagruel

Bernard Reder

1942

The image shows a side profile portrait of a person with the upper part of the body visible. The individual is positioned to display their side profile, resting their chin or cheek on their hand. The person has a prominent nose, a mustache, and a contemplative expression. Their hair is medium length and curly, with a hat featuring intricate details and a decorative rim. The clothing has elaborate patterns and textures, including a high collar and embroidery. The background has a rustic, crosshatched texture.

Gargantua en deuil de Badebec

Bernard Reder

1942

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65507834

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