Artwork
Le Frileux, Arabesque
Le Frileux, Arabesque is a print by the Baroque artist Jean Moyreau. It dates from 1729 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le Frileux, Arabesque is a print created by Jean Moyreau around 1729. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man in antiquated attire holding a lantern and walking stick, standing on a small platform surrounded by ornate scrollwork and floral motifs. The title 'Le Frileux,' meaning 'the shiverer,' suggests the figure may be experiencing cold.
Technique & Style
The composition features a largely empty background with swirling decorative lines, emphasizing the central figure. The artist's use of fancy scrollwork and flowers creates a sense of drama and bold shapes, characteristic of the Baroque style.
History & Provenance
The print is signed with a small mark at the bottom by the artist, Jean Moyreau.
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