Je suis vengé de toi: l'on te hait, et l'on m'aime

Hubert François Gravelot

Associated Names
Hubert François Gravelot

Artist, French, 1699 - 1773

This is a drawing of a historical scene depicting several figures in period attire. The drawing shows an interaction among multiple individuals, with one holding a sword and another gesturing towards them. The figures are dressed in elaborate garments and are set against a backdrop that includes grand columns and throned chairs. The architecture features high ceilings and a hint of towers or structures beyond, adding to the sense of depth. The drawing is intricately detailed and focuses on the dramatic interaction between characters.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    red chalk and graphite on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 26.7 x 19.9 cm (10 1/2 x 7 13/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.627


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

in unknown hand, across bottom in brown ink: Je suis venge de toi: l'on te hait, et l'on m'aime. / Adelaide du Guesclin Act III.Sc.3

Watermarks

GR below horn (Heawood 2747)

Wikidata ID

Q64574673

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