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Joseph de Longueil after Charles Eisen

Associated Names
Joseph de Longueil

Artist, French, 1730 - 1792

Charles Eisen

Artist After, French, 1720 - 1778

This is a drawing of an interior scene featuring an opulent room with classical elements. The room includes columns and decorative archways. In the center, there is a table with drapery, surrounded by three seated figures having a conversation over a meal. To the right, another figure stands holding a serving dish, next to a seated dog. The space is decorated with floral arrangements, vases, and a detailed drapery in the background. The composition is framed by architectural elements, adding depth to the scene. The drawing showcases intricate detail and shading reminiscent of 18th-century European art, capturing the social and material culture of the period.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving

  • Credit Line

    Widener Collection

  • Accession Number

    1942.9.2288


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64959703

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