Artwork
Les Filles de Minée (The Daughters of Minyas)
Les Filles de Minée (The Daughters of Minyas) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Elie du Mesnil. It dates from 1759 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Les Filles de Minée (The Daughters of Minyas) is a hand-colored etching created by Elie du Mesnil in 1759.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a dimly lit interior with scattered objects, including a draped table, hat, and fabric. Three bats fly above, creating an eerie atmosphere. The scene is likely related to the mythological story of the daughters of Minyas, though the specific narrative is not directly illustrated.
Technique & Style
The work is characteristic of Romanticism, a style emphasizing emotion and imagination. The use of dark colors and eerie atmosphere contributes to this stylistic classification.
History & Provenance
Created in 1759 by Elie du Mesnil, the etching is an example of 18th-century printmaking.
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