Charles-Nicolas Cochin I

Cochin, Charles-Nicolas I
French, 1688 - 1754

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This is a drawing of an outdoor gathering. The scene features people gathered in front of a stage-like structure with banners in a countryside setting. There is a large canvas tent on the left with a table underneath. In the background, there are classical buildings and trees. People are interacting in various ways, with some near a cart or stage, while others are dancing or playing. The foreground has detailed grassy and rocky terrain, creating a rustic atmosphere. The drawing is filled with intricate details depicting the activities and environment of the gathering.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, Village Fair, 1740, etching, Gift of Regina Slatkin, 1984.91.1

Village Fair

Charles-Nicolas Cochin I · 1740 · etching ·  Accession ID  1984.91.1
The image depicts a person standing in front of a large barrel, cleaning its interior with a stick. The individual has a side profile with a subtle smile and wears a cap, long-sleeved blouse, apron, and long skirt. Surrounding the person are a smaller barrel, a large vat, a metal scoop, a flat pan, and a hook, with a textured wall in the background.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, L'Ecureuse, 1740, etching and engraving on laid paper, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2153

L'Ecureuse

Charles-Nicolas Cochin I · 1740 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2153
The image shows a person in profile, standing in front of various containers in an 18th-century workroom or cellar. The person is dressed in period-specific attire and appears to be engaged in an activity involving a large tub. Surrounding them are wooden shelves holding additional containers and a sign with Roman numerals.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, Le Garcon cabaretier, 1740, engraving, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2154

Le Garcon cabaretier

Charles-Nicolas Cochin I · 1740 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2154
This is a drawing of a domestic scene involving a water font in an interior setting. The illustration displays a large water vessel with a spout in the foreground, pouring water into a smaller container. Household items like buckets, ladles, a broom, and a basin are visible nearby. A tiled floor leads to a doorway showing another room with more activity. The drawing has a monochromatic tone with detailed shading and line work, capturing a rustic, historical ambiance focused on daily life chores.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, La Fontaine, 1739, engraving, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2148

La Fontaine

Charles-Nicolas Cochin I · 1739 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2148
This is a drawing of a domestic scene. It features a large tub, a child seated nearby, a woman washing clothes in a wooden tub, a child blowing bubbles, a figure holding up a sheet through a doorway in the background, a cat on the floor, and various household items scattered around.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, La Blanchisseuse, 1739, engraving and etching, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2147

La Blanchisseuse

Charles-Nicolas Cochin I · 1739 · engraving and etching ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2147
This print depicts a woman standing, facing the left, her head slightly turned over her shoulder toward us. She has a round, youthful face, pale skin, and wavy hair mostly covered by a white headscarf or cap. She wears a long, full-skirted dress with a fitted bodice and long sleeves. A drum is hung against her left hip, held with a strap across her shoulder. She holds a drumstick in her right hand, and a long pole connected to a small wheel or star-shaped object. The background is plain, beige paper, with some thin, cross-hatched lines.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, Le Jeune Soldat, 1737, etching on laid paper, Widener Collection, 1942.9.2157

Le Jeune Soldat

Charles-Nicolas Cochin I · 1737 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1942.9.2157
This is a detailed drawing of a richly decorated room set up for a ceremonial event. The style is reminiscent of 18th-century European engravings. The image features an opulent catafalque adorned with sculptures, fabric, and candelabras in the center. The walls and ceiling are decorated with reliefs and motifs, leading towards an altar in the background. Attendees are seated on benches along the walls, accompanied by figures in ceremonial attire. The artwork conveys a sense of depth and grandeur, creating an atmosphere of solemnity and regal presence.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels, 1735, etching and engraving on laid paper, Gift of Ivan E. and Winifred Phillips in memory of Neil Phillips, 1999.9.3

Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels

Charles-Nicolas Cochin I · 1735 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1999.9.3
The engraving depicts an upper-body portrait of a man positioned inside an architectural oval frame. The man is seated, with his right arm bent at the elbow and hand resting on the frame. He has long, wavy hair, a mustache, and a steady gaze. He wears a buttoned coat with a visible white shirt collar. In front of the frame is a carved bust of a woman's head, along with a quill and inkwell on a pedestal. The background features a textured surface, with inscriptions at the base describing Jacques Sarazin and his professional titles.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, Jacques Sarazin the Elder, 1731, engraving over etching on laid paper, Gift of John O'Brien, 1986.88.3

Jacques Sarazin the Elder

Charles-Nicolas Cochin I · 1731 · engraving over etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1986.88.3
This image shows a portrait of a man from the waist up, positioned partly in front of a round stone frame. The man is seated and faces slightly to the side, looking toward the viewer with a neutral expression. He has curly, medium-length hair and distinct facial features, including a prominent nose and a slight mustache. He is wearing a buttoned vest over a white shirt with a lace collar and puffed sleeves, depicted with detailed cross-hatching. In his right hand, he holds a piece of rolled paper, and nearby lies an artist's palette with brushes. The backdrop consists of a circular stone opening set into a textured stone wall, with text inscribed below.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, Eustache Le Sueur, 1731, etching on laid paper, Gift of John O'Brien, 1986.88.2

Eustache Le Sueur

Charles-Nicolas Cochin I · 1731 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1986.88.2
The image presents a detailed etching of a garden setting where a large gathering of elegantly dressed people is depicted. The scene includes a grand domed building partially hidden by trees, with a monochromatic color palette emphasizing the intricate line work capturing the textures of trees, clothing, and architecture. Figures are shown interacting throughout the garden, creating a vibrant and bustling atmosphere.
Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, La Mariee de Village (The Village Bride), 1729, etching, Andrew W. Mellon Fund, 1978.25.3

La Mariee de Village (The Village Bride)

Charles-Nicolas Cochin I · 1729 · etching ·  Accession ID  1978.25.3