Artwork
Courons vîte: l'astronomie est bonne à quelque chose
Courons vîte: l'astronomie est bonne à quelque chose is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Noël Le Mire. It dates from 1778 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Noël Le Mire's print 'Courons vîte: l'astronomie est bonne à quelque chose' is a black-and-white etching and engraving created in 1778.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two men in a wooded area, with one pointing to the sky and the other looking up. The caption 'Courons vite: l'astronomie est bonne à quelque chose' suggests a lighthearted approach to astronomy, implying it has practical uses.
Technique & Style
The detailed print was made using etching and engraving techniques, allowing for intricate lines and textures. The use of these techniques enabled Le Mire to achieve a high level of detail in the image.
Artist & collection
