Antoine Borel

French, 1743 - 1810 or after

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The artwork titled "Le Mari Confident" depicts three people in an ornate interior setting. On the left, a standing man leans towards a seated woman, gesturing with one hand towards his chest. He wears an elaborate 18th-century suit with detailed embroidery. The woman sits at a table, looking towards the standing man. Her attire is a richly decorated gown with ruffles, and her hair is styled with elaborate feathers. Seated across the table is another man, holding a cane. He wears a similarly ornate outfit. The background features intricate paneling and decorative elements, including a sculpted figure and detailed moldings.
Antoine Borel, Le mari confident, 1790, pen and india ink, Widener Collection, 1942.9.683

Le mari confident

Antoine Borel · 1790 · pen and india ink ·  Accession ID  1942.9.683
The image captures two individuals in an ornate interior space with opulent decor. The scene depicts two people on a bed, one leaning over the other. Their upper torsos and part of their legs are visible, both with curly hair in historical styles. Their faces are turned towards each other. One person wears a draped garment, while the other appears more exposed. The room features a canopy bed with curtains, an oval mirror on the wall, and a table with decorative items. A dog rests at the foot of the bed on a cushion. The setting conveys elegance and decadence.
Antoine Cosme Giraud, La raclee avec des roses (The Thrashing with Roses), in or after 1810, etching, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2234

La raclee avec des roses (The Thrashing with Roses)

Antoine Cosme Giraud · in or after 1810 · etching ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2234
The image shows two individuals in a richly decorated room. The first person, a woman, sits on an upholstered chair with one leg resting in an ornate basin. She appears to be washing or soaking her foot. She gazes towards the other person, with loose, curly hair flowing. She is dressed in a robe that is slightly open at the chest, with fabric draping around her legs. A small animal sits beside her feet. The second person, likely a man, leans forward from behind a room divider. He wears a tricorn hat and long coat, holding the edge of the hat in one hand and offering a small object with the other. The room is elaborate, with intricate moldings, an ornate cabinet or armoire, and a tall candlestick holder on a table. The walls feature detailed patterns, possibly landscapes or relief scenes.
Antoine Cosme Giraud, Le bain des pieds (The Foot-Bath), in or after 1810, etching, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2235

Le bain des pieds (The Foot-Bath)

Antoine Cosme Giraud · in or after 1810 · etching ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2235
The image shows three figures indoors. The figure on the left wears clothing typical of the late 18th century. Their body is mostly visible with their head turned to the side. The second figure is standing to the right, reaching towards a curtain. This person has delicate facial features, elaborate hair, and wears a voluminous gown. The third figure is seated to the right, partially obscured by a curtain, and is partially nude with an arm raised. The room is richly decorated with a canopy bed, ornate wall paneling, and a small table with objects. A small dog is near the second figure's feet. A sculpture is visible above a door in the background.
Francois-Nicolas-Barthelemy Dequevauviller, L'Indiscret, 1786, etching, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2236

L'Indiscret

Francois-Nicolas-Barthelemy Dequevauviller · 1786 · etching ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2236
The image depicts three individuals in a room. A man is standing, slightly leaning forward toward a woman in front of him. The man wears an 18th-century outfit. The woman is leaning back, with one arm raised, wearing a long dress and a cap. Another woman is seated in a canopied area, partially hidden by drapery she holds, with a small dog nearby. The room is ornately decorated with a patterned carpet and architectural details.
Francois-Nicolas-Barthelemy Dequevauviller, L'Indiscret, 1786, etching and engraving, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2237

L'Indiscret

Francois-Nicolas-Barthelemy Dequevauviller · 1786 · etching and engraving ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2237
This is a drawing of a scene inside a room with a canopy bed and open window as a couple stands near the door. The drawing captures an interior setting with rich detail. In the foreground, a luxurious canopy bed draped with curtains holds an occupant peacefully sleeping, surrounded by opulent bedding. Beside the bed stands an open window, revealing hints of greenery outside. Near the door, the composition shows a pair managing a ladder and being surprised by the scene on the bed. The room itself is adorned with finely carved woodwork and the etching is framed with a decorative border featuring fruit and floral motifs. The inclusion of French text at the bottom, "Vous avez la clef... mais il a trouvé la serrure," adds narrative depth. The overall stylistic choice communicates a balance of humor and the aesthetic typical of 18th-century art.
Jean-Louis Anselin, Vous avez la clef, mais il a trouve le serrure, engraving, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2239

Vous avez la clef, mais il a trouve le serrure

Jean-Louis Anselin · engraving ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2239
The image shows four figures gathered around a small table with a white tablecloth under a vine-covered trellis in an outdoor setting. One woman is seated, another man is pouring a drink, and a second man is engaging in conversation with the woman. The figures wear 18th-century European attire. A dog is in the foreground, facing the standing man. The background includes a stone wall with a small opening showing greenery, and part of a thatched roof is visible.
Jean-Baptiste Morret, Le paysan mecontent, color aquatint and etching, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2238

Le paysan mecontent

Jean-Baptiste Morret · color aquatint and etching ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2238
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Le fausse Agnes

Antoine Borel · 1790 · pen and india ink ·  Accession ID  1942.9.681
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Le fausse Agnes, Act II, Scene 6

Antoine Borel · 1790 · pen and india ink ·  Accession ID  1942.9.680
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Le glorieux

Antoine Borel · 1790 · pen and india ink ·  Accession ID  1942.9.679