Artwork
Le midi
Le midi is an ink print by the Baroque artist Joseph de Longueil. It dates from 1761 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le Midi is a print created by Joseph de Longueil in 1761 using etching and engraving techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts four people dining and conversing at a table, attended by a turbaned servant. The title, meaning 'noon', suggests the occasion is lunch. The setting is an elegantly furnished room with a view of trees and a building outside.
Technique & Style
The print is rendered in black and white, with fine lines used to capture details such as fabric folds and the servant's expression, showcasing the artist's skill with etching and engraving.
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