Artwork
Le desirs naissants
Le desirs naissants is an ink print by the Baroque artist Pierre Adrien Le Beau. It dates from 1774 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le desirs naissants is a print created by Pierre Adrien Le Beau in 1774, combining etching and engraving techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a fashionably dressed woman seated in a chair, surrounded by symbols of leisure, including a fan and a birdcage, in a domestic interior. The image is dedicated to Madame de Damery, suggesting a personal or commemorative purpose.
Technique & Style
The print features intricate details achieved through etching and engraving, with a decorative border that includes floral motifs, ribbons, and a central crest, indicating a high level of craftsmanship.
Artist & collection
