Artwork
Le Bosquet de Bacchus
Le Bosquet de Bacchus is a print by the Baroque artist Charles-Nicolas Cochin. It dates from 1727 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le Bosquet de Bacchus is a print by Charles-Nicolas Cochin, created in 1727. It is held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a group of figures in antique attire gathered in a wooded clearing, surrounding a statue. The scene evokes a sense of seclusion and reverence, with some figures seated on the ground and others gazing at the statue.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by its representation of a mythological or historical scene, suggesting a connection to the Baroque movement, known for its dramatic and ornate qualities.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles-Nicolas Cochin was a French engraver, designer, writer, and art critic. To distinguish him from his father of the same name, he is variously called Charles-Nicolas Cochin le Jeune, Charles-Nicolas Cochin le…
