Tremblez malheureux Roi, votre Règne est passe

Hubert François Gravelot

Associated Names
Hubert François Gravelot

Artist, French, 1699 - 1773

This is a drawing of a group of figures in a grand architectural setting. The scene is dynamically composed, with multiple figures engaged in interaction. The setting features classical architectural elements such as columns, arches, and moldings. The figures are dressed in flowing garments. The ceiling is richly decorated and there are carved details above the figures. This detailed line drawing captures a moment of narrative or historical significance, rendered with fine line work and shading to give depth and volume to the scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    red chalk and graphite on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 28.8 x 20.6 cm (11 5/16 x 8 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.638


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

in unknown hand, across bottom in brown ink: Tremblez malheureux Roi, votre Regne est passe / Oedipe Act.III.Sc.4

Watermarks

HR (Heawood 2747)

Wikidata ID

Q64574682

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