Aegros Curare

1665/1670

Sébastien Bourdon

Associated Names
Sébastien Bourdon

Artist, French, 1616 - 1671

This is a drawing of an angel overseeing a scene set in ancient architecture with figures in flowing garments. The composition includes classical architectural elements and multiple figures in various poses. An angelic figure floats above, holding a sword or staff. Structures suggest an ancient setting with arches, towers, and distant landscapes. Figures convey emotion through gestures and interactions, such as tending to wounded or sleeping individuals. The line work, light, and shadow emphasize the drama and complexity of the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1979.1.5

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Robert-Dumesnil, no. 6


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1967

  • Robert-Dumesnil, A.P.F. Le peintre-graveur francais, ou catalogue raisonne des estampes gravees par les peintres et les dessinateurs de l'ecole francaise, ouvrage faisant suite au peintre-graveur de M. Bartsch. Reprint (11 vols. in 6). Paris: F. deNobe

Wikidata ID

Q65577286

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