Artwork

Saint Denis en France

Saint Denis en France, by François Le Febvre, ink, 1665
Saint Denis en France, by François Le Febvre, ink, 1665

Saint Denis en France is an ink print by the Baroque artist François Le Febvre. It dates from 1665 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Saint Denis en France is an engraving created around 1665 by François Le Febvre. It is a print held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a decorative design centered around an ornate bow, surrounded by floral and foliage motifs. A cherub's face is visible at the top, accompanied by a banner with a ribbon.

Technique & Style

The image is characterized by intricate detail and cross-hatching, which creates a sense of depth and texture. The use of black and white adds to the overall effect of the engraving.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.