Artwork

Village Fair

Village Fair, by Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, ink, 1740
Village Fair, by Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, ink, 1740

Village Fair is an ink print by the Baroque artist Charles-Nicolas Cochin I. It dates from 1740 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Village Fair is an etching created by Charles-Nicolas Cochin I in 1740.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a lively outdoor gathering with a stage at its center, surrounded by people engaged in various activities, including watching a performance, eating, and playing.

Technique & Style

Cochin employed intricate detail in the etching, capturing the textures of clothing, trees, and architecture through precise black and white lines, conveying a sense of energy and movement.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.