Artwork
Blereau (Badger)
Blereau (Badger) is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques-Philippe Le Bas. It dates from 1745 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Blereau (Badger) is a print created by Jacques-Philippe Le Bas in 1745 using a combination of etching and engraving techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a badger curled up on its side, showcasing its thick, textured fur, particularly around its head and paws, set against a simple background of rough grass lines and a faint hill.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved a high level of detail, particularly in the badger's fur, through precise lines that convey the texture and dimensionality of the subject's hair.
Artist & collection
