Entrance to the Orangerie, Versailles (Large Plate) (Versailles, l'Entree de l'Orange

1924

André Dunoyer de Segonzac

Associated Names
André Dunoyer de Segonzac

Artist, French, 1884 - 1974

The image shows a stately entrance with two tall columns topped with sculptural figures. The horizon is low, aligning with the base of the statues. The background stretches horizontally just above the ground level structures, creating a sense of spaciousness beyond the entrance. The brushwork and line technique in the etching suggest depth and shading, enhancing the textured detail of the trees and buildings. The color palette is monochromatic, using black ink on a pale cream background to emphasize the drawing's linear quality and intricate detailing. In the distance, trees add vertical emphasis, enclosing the scene and directing focus toward the architectural elements. Variations in line density capture the play of light and shadow, lending dimensionality to the elements.
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Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1958

  • Liore, Aimee and Pierre Cailler. L'Oeuvre grave de Dunoyer de Segonzac. 8 vols. Geneva: Pierre Cailler, 1958-1970.

Wikidata ID

Q65068223

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