Les folâtres jeux sont les premiers cuisiniers du monde

1778

Robert Delaunay after Jean-Michel Moreau

Associated Names
Robert Delaunay

Artist, French, 1749 - 1814

Jean-Michel Moreau the Younger

Artist After, French, 1741 - 1814

This image features a scene observed from a slightly high angle. There is no visible horizon within the frame, as the focal point is on the group of people. The illustration style uses fine, detailed linework typical of an engraving. Close to us, a group of individuals are gathered in a picnic setting, surrounded by lush grass, with items such as a basket and bottles scattered around them. In the distance, additional figures are partially obscured by the large trees. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray to create contrast and depth.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving

  • Credit Line

    Widener Collection

  • Accession Number

    1942.9.2503

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bocher 1882, no. 1463, State iv/iv


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1882

  • Bocher, Emmanuel. Jean Michel Moreau le jeune. Les gravures francaises du XVIIIe siecle, 6. Paris: Damascene Morgand et Charles Fatout, 1882.

Wikidata ID

Q64961350

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