Artwork
Le couché de la mariée
Le couché de la mariée is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Jean-Michel the Younger Moreau. It dates from 1768 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le couché de la mariée is an etching created by Jean-Michel the Younger Moreau in 1768.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a lavish bedroom scene with a large, ornate bed at its center, surrounded by five figures engaged in various activities, suggesting a moment of preparation, possibly for a wedding night.
Technique & Style
The work showcases the artist's use of etching to capture intricate details, such as the room's decorative elements, including small statues, carved moldings, and delicate furniture.
Artist & collection
