Artwork
Heur et Malheur, ou la Cruche cassée
Heur et Malheur, ou la Cruche cassée is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Philibert-Louis Debucourt. It dates from 1787 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Heur et Malheur, ou la Cruche cassée is a print created by Philibert-Louis Debucourt in 1787 using color etching and wash manner on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts two women in a park by a waterfall, one standing and the other kneeling beside a broken jug. The title suggests a connection between the broken vessel and themes of good and bad fortune.
Technique & Style
Debucourt employed soft colors and fine details to capture the interplay of light and shadow. The etching technique allowed for delicate lines and textures, contributing to the overall effect.
Artist & collection
Artist
Philibert-Louis Debucourt (1755–1832) was a French artist, born in Paris.
