Artwork
A Drinking Child with Resting Peasants
A Drinking Child with Resting Peasants is an ink print by the Baroque artist Sébastien Bourdon. It dates from 1638 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
A Drinking Child with Resting Peasants is a 1638 etching on laid paper by French artist Sébastien Bourdon, depicting a serene rural scene.
Subject & Meaning
The etching centers on a child drinking from a bowl, encircled by resting peasants. The tranquil atmosphere and simple attire of the figures emphasize everyday rural life, conveying a sense of calm and simplicity.
Technique & Style
Bourdon utilized etching on laid paper to achieve a textured, depthful image. The composition's balance and the use of distant architectural and natural elements reflect Baroque influences.
History & Provenance
Created in 1638, the work is now part of the National Gallery of Art's collection in Washington, D.C.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sébastien Bourdon (French pronunciation: ; 2 February 1616 – 8 May 1671) was a French painter and engraver. His chef d'œuvre is The Crucifixion of St. Peter made for the cathedral of Notre Dame.
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