Artwork
Le calendrier des viellards
Le calendrier des viellards is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jean Dambrun. It dates from 1774 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le calendrier des viellards is an etching by Jean Dambrun, dated to 1774. The print depicts a refined interior scene with three figures engaged in various activities.
Subject & Meaning
The etching shows a seated woman with a fan, a man gesturing towards a wall calendar, and a musician playing the harpsichord, accompanied by a lounging cat. The calendar's central face suggests a decorative or whimsical element.
Technique & Style
Executed in etching, the work features intricate details and ornate decorations, characteristic of the Baroque style's emphasis on liveliness and occasional exaggeration.
History & Provenance
Created in 1774 by Jean Dambrun, the etching's provenance details are not specified in available information.
Context
The work reflects the Baroque aesthetic prevalent during the period, with its lively, detailed, and slightly exaggerated scene.
Artist & collection
