Artwork
Annette and Lubin
Annette and Lubin is a print by the Romanticist artist Philibert-Louis Debucourt. It dates from 1789 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Philibert Louis Debucourt’s print titled Annette and Lubin dates from 1789 and is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art’s collection. The work captures a moment in an outdoor garden setting, featuring a woman in a white dress and a man in a dark jacket engaged in conversation, with additional figures and foliage in the background.
Subject & Meaning
The scene presents a leisurely encounter between two central figures, Annette and Lubin, surrounded by a cultivated garden. Their interaction, set amid other passersby and blossoming plants, suggests a narrative of social exchange within an aristocratic or genteel environment.
Technique & Style
Executed as a print, the image relies on fine line work and tonal shading to render textures of fabric, foliage, and architectural elements. Debucourt’s handling of detail—particularly in the rendering of flowers and clothing—reflects the meticulous craftsmanship typical of late‑18th‑century French printmaking.
History & Provenance
Created in the year of the French Revolution’s onset, Annette and Lubin entered the Cleveland Museum of Art’s holdings through acquisition, though the precise path of ownership prior to its museum entry is not extensively documented.
Artist & collection
Artist
Philibert-Louis Debucourt (1755–1832) was a French artist, born in Paris.
