La mort de Germanicus

Gabriel Jacques de Saint-Aubin

Associated Names
Gabriel de Saint-Aubin

Artist, French, 1724 - 1780

This is a drawing of a luxuriously decorated room with classical sculptures and intricate drapery. The image features detailed drapery hanging on both sides and over an arching structure. In the room, there are two partially draped statues and various decorative motifs and designs. The space includes columns and architectural elements that add depth. At the rear, there is a framed scene, possibly depicting a chariot scene, surrounded by intricate carvings. The artwork shows detailed line work and textures characteristic of classical or baroque styles.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching and engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1964.8.1506

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Dacier 1914, no. 22, State ii/v


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1914

  • Dacier, Emile. L'oeuvre grave de Gabriel de Saint-Aubin; notice biographique et catalogue raisonne. Paris: Societe pour l'Etude de la Gravure Francaise, 1914.

Wikidata ID

Q65508488

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