Artwork

Le savetier

Le savetier, by Jean Dambrun, ink, 1774
Le savetier, by Jean Dambrun, ink, 1774

Le savetier 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 savetier is an etching created by Jean Dambrun in 1774.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a contemplative scene of three people in a cluttered room, with a woman on a bed holding a book and two others beside her, one showing concern. The atmosphere is quiet and introspective.

Technique & Style

Dambrun employed etching and drypoint techniques to achieve a sense of depth and texture, contributing to the overall mood of the scene.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jean Dambrun

Artist

Jean Dambrun

Jean Dambrun (1750–1802) was an artist.

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