...alors, il s'approcha d'elle: Parody of van Dyck's Betrayal of Christ

1832

French 19th Century

Associated Names
French 19th Century
Artist
This is a drawing depicting a crowded and dramatic scene with various figures interacting around a central figure. The composition shows a chaotic atmosphere with animated gestures and interactions. The central figure is standing barefooted and slightly leaning to one side, with exaggerated expressions on other figures suggesting satire or critique. In the background, there are architectural elements and statues. The drawing has a satirical tone reminiscent of 19th-century visual satire.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Frank Anderson Trapp

  • Dimensions

    overall: 34.4 x 25.4 cm (13 9/16 x 10 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2002.57.19

  • Series Title

    La Caricature

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Frank Anderson Trapp [1922-2005], Amherst, MA; gift to NGA, 2002.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q75429550