Gargantua: Chapter XVII

1942

Bernard Reder

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Bernard Reder

Artist, American, 1897 - 1963

This is a drawing featuring a group of figures and an architectural structure with arches. The background shows large gothic archways, resembling a grand building with intricate stonework. In the foreground, there is flowing water with several figures. The figures appear to be interacting with the water and each other. The bold lines give them a fluid and dynamic quality, suggesting movement. The style of the drawing is like woodcut prints, with heavy use of black and white contrast highlighting details. Squiggly lines indicate energy and movement in the scene, suggesting a dynamic environment. The drawing's aesthetic and technique suggest themes of nature, architecture, and human forms.
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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

Q65507832

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