Artwork
Le Menuet de la mariee (The Bride's Minuet)
Le Menuet de la mariee (The Bride's Minuet) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Philibert-Louis Debucourt. It dates from 1786 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le Menuet de la mariee (The Bride's Minuet) is a color etching and wash manner print on laid paper created by Philibert-Louis Debucourt in 1786.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a wedding scene outside a rustic house, with the bride and groom dancing amidst a gathering of elegantly dressed guests. The title suggests the scene is a wedding dance, while numerous details, such as a dog and a child, add to the lively atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The etching features a warm, slightly faded tone, achieved through the use of color etching and wash manner techniques on laid paper. The soft, cloudy sky and detailed rendering of figures and surroundings contribute to the overall effect.
Artist & collection
Artist
Philibert-Louis Debucourt (1755–1832) was a French artist, born in Paris.
