Faith and Charity

Gabriel Huquier after François Boucher

Associated Names
Gabriel Huquier

Artist, French, 1695 - 1772

François Boucher

Artist After, French, 1703 - 1770

The image shows an ornate, empty frame surrounded by allegorical figures. The artwork features a central, circular frame with an elaborate border, which is empty at the center. Surrounding the frame are draped fabric elements that lend a sense of drama and movement. In the corners, there are human and cherub-like figures with classical, flowing garments, engaged in various subdued activities. The figures seem to be gazing towards the center of the frame. The style features intricate line work and shading reminiscent of classical engraving techniques, creating a harmonious balance between the figures and the backdrop.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Regina Slatkin

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 26.3 x 31.5 cm (10 3/8 x 12 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.91.5


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mrs. Charles E. Slatkin [1909-1999]; gift 1984 to NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1978

  • Jean-Richard 1978, 1116.

Watermarks

I-H-S in a circle

Wikidata ID

Q74066291

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