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Ornament with Parasol and Hanging Basket

Ornament with Parasol and Hanging Basket, by Jean-Jacques Avril I, ink, 1788
Ornament with Parasol and Hanging Basket, by Jean-Jacques Avril I, ink, 1788

Ornament with Parasol and Hanging Basket is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jean-Jacques Avril I. It dates from 1788 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Ornament with Parasol and Hanging Basket is a print created by Jean-Jacques Avril I in 1788 using etching and engraving techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print features a decorative arrangement of vines, leaves, and flowers, with a parasol and hanging basket at its center. The design is characterized by intricate details and a sense of movement.

Technique & Style

The artist achieved a three-dimensional effect through shading, employing a style reminiscent of Baroque decoration. The precise lines and detailed textures were made possible by the combination of etching and engraving.

Artist & collection

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