La Dernière Héloïse: ou, Lettres de Junie (Part I and Part II)

1784

Citoyen de Verdun Dauphin (author), Various Artists

Associated Names
Dauphin, de Verdun

Author, French, 18th century

François Marie Isidore Queverdo

Artist After, French, 1748 - 1797

This is a drawing of a book cover for "La Derniere Héloïse." The cover features decorative typography and an illustrated oval scene framed with ornate detailing. The scene shows two figures in an interior space with tall columns and arched architecture. One figure is seated and the other standing, engaged in an interaction. The seated figure appears relaxed, leaning against the back of a chair or couch. The illustration reflects 18th-century style with detailed and elegant features, including clothing and architecture. Text on the cover includes the title, author, and publication details, showing it was published in Paris in 1784. The color scheme consists of sepia tones.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    bound volume with letterpress text and 5 etching and engravings (including title pages for two parts)

  • Credit Line

    Gift of James A. Bergquist

  • Dimensions

    book: 20.5 × 13.3 × 1.5 cm (8 1/16 × 5 1/4 × 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2023.120.5


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The Romantic Agony (since 2018 known as Arenberg Auctions), Brussels; purchased by James A. Bergquist; gift to National Gallery of Art, 2023.

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