Artwork
Sanglier (Wild Boar Lying Down, Head to the Right)
Sanglier (Wild Boar Lying Down, Head to the Right) 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
Sanglier (Wild Boar Lying Down, Head to the Right) is a print created by Jacques-Philippe Le Bas in 1745, utilizing the techniques of etching and engraving.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene scene of a wild boar in repose, its head turned to the right, conveying a sense of calm and naturalism.
Technique & Style
Le Bas employed etching and engraving to achieve detailed textures, notably in the boar's fur, where simple yet expressive lines evoke depth and visual interest.
History & Provenance
Created in 1745, specific provenance details of the print are not provided in the available information.
Context
This work reflects 18th-century European artistic interests in natural history and the precise rendering of animal subjects.
Legacy
The legacy of Sanglier is not explicitly detailed in the provided sources, though it may contribute to the broader appreciation of Le Bas's contributions to etching and engraving techniques.
Artist & collection
