Gargantua: Chapter VIII - Son collier

1942

Bernard Reder

Associated Names
Bernard Reder

Artist, American, 1897 - 1963

The image shows an individual in an upper-body view, facing slightly to the side with their head turned towards the viewer. The person has distinct facial features with a noticeable nose and lips, and dark eyebrows. Their hair is styled with a mix of flowing and textured segments, topped with a dark hat. They wear a detailed garment with what looks like intricate patterns or textures, including decorative elements on the sleeves and shoulders. Their right hand is visible, holding or gesturing towards a circular, ornate object with intricate carvings of human figures. The background features dense, vertical and horizontal line patterns, adding texture to the scene.
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The image shows the cover of a book with a textured cloth-like surface featuring sketched artwork and printed text. A portrait of a man with a beard is in the center, depicted from the shoulders up, facing slightly to the right. He has a serious expression and a thick, short beard with detailed facial features, wearing a beret-like hat and coat or cloak. Stylistically drawn trees or abstract lines surround the man's image within a dark rectangle on the lighter fabric cover. Above the portrait, "RABELAIS" is printed in large, ornate white letters, and below are the words "Gargantua Pantagruel Bois graves par Reder" in white.

Rabelais

Bernard Reder

1942

Rabelais: Gargantua-Pantagruel

Bernard Reder

1942

The image shows a side profile portrait of a person with the upper part of the body visible. The individual is positioned to display their side profile, resting their chin or cheek on their hand. The person has a prominent nose, a mustache, and a contemplative expression. Their hair is medium length and curly, with a hat featuring intricate details and a decorative rim. The clothing has elaborate patterns and textures, including a high collar and embroidery. The background has a rustic, crosshatched texture.

Gargantua en deuil de Badebec

Bernard Reder

1942


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Wikidata ID

Q65507828

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