Joconde: Le pardon

Philippe Triere

Associated Names
Philippe Triere
Artist, French, 1756 - c. 1815
Jean-Baptiste Mallet
Artist After, French, 1759 - 1835
The image shows two full-length, standing figures and one kneeling figure within an interior setting. The standing individuals are positioned side by side. They both have curly hair. The individual on the left is wearing a large feathered hat. The standing figures are wearing ornate clothing with ruffled collars and fitted trousers. The kneeling person is leaning slightly to one side, resting their head on their hand. They are dressed in a long, flowing gown with a headband adorned with flowers. Around them, there is a table with an inkwell and an open book. The background reveals a wall with a decorative mantelpiece, an elaborate chair with a sword propped against it, and heavy drapery hanging to the side. The setting suggests an opulent and classically furnished room with large, arched windows.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1953.6.151

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Wolf 1949, no. 3, State a/c

  • Series Title

    Fragonard plates for "Contes et nouvelles" by La Fontaine

Associated Artworks

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This is a drawing of a winged figure surrounded by clouds and small birds. The central figure appears to be an angel or mythological being with large wings, depicted in a dynamic pose as if in mid-flight. The figure is clothed in a draped garment that flows around the body. The surrounding area is detailed with swirling clouds and an array of small birds. The use of shading and fine linework gives depth and texture to the drawing.

Fleuron for the Title Pages

Pierre-Philippe Choffard
1795
This is a drawing of a winged cherub in the sky surrounded by flowers and butterflies. The cherub is smiling and adorned with a garland on its head, holding a small object in its left hand and outstretching the other hand. It appears to be floating amongst clouds. The scene includes various floral elements and tiny butterflies, enhancing the angelic atmosphere. The artwork features intricate line work against a plain backdrop, highlighting the central figure.

Fleuron for the Title Pages

Pierre-Philippe Choffard
1795
The image depicts three individuals in an interior setting. Two men stand to the left, one holding a feathered hat, while the other has his hand on his chest. Both are dressed in period attire with doublets, short trousers, and stockings. The man holding the hat has shoulder-length curly hair, and the other wears a decorative hat with feathers. To the right, a woman is seated in an armchair, wearing an elegant gown with ruffles. She has an updo with curls and appears to be holding a ribbon or sash extended towards the standing man with the feathered hat. The room is ornately decorated with patterned walls and intricate moldings. In the background, an open doorway reveals a staircase and another figure on the steps. The floor is tiled, and there is a table with a fringed cloth in the foreground.

Joconde: Le depart

French 18th Century
1700

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1949

  • Wolf, Edwin. Fragonard Plates for the "Contes et Nouvelles" of La Fontaine. New York: New York Public Library, 1949.

Wikidata ID

Q65364329

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