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Pietro Antonio Martini after Jean-Michel Moreau

Associated Names
Pietro Antonio Martini

Artist, Italian, French school, 1738/1739 - 1797

Jean-Michel Moreau the Younger

Artist After, French, 1741 - 1814

This is a drawing of a historical scene with individuals in detailed attire. The scene takes place in a structure with large wooden beams and a thatched roof, where a group of figures is gathered. These figures are adorned in elaborate attire, with feathered and draped garments, and some appear to be engaged with each other. Around them, several figures dressed in European-style clothing are present. The composition includes details like frilled sleeves and patterned skirts, emphasizing the richness of the costumes.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving

  • Credit Line

    Widener Collection

  • Accession Number

    1942.9.2510

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bocher 1882, no. 1488, State ii/iii


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

Q64961211

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