Artwork

La Colonade

La Colonade, by Jean-Baptiste Rigaud, ink, 1746
La Colonade, by Jean-Baptiste Rigaud, ink, 1746

La Colonade is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jean-Baptiste Rigaud. It dates from 1746 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

La Colonade is a print created by Jean-Baptiste Rigaud in 1746, combining etching and engraving techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene courtyard scene with a semicircular colonnade, a statue, and people engaged in various activities, conveying a sense of tranquility and relaxation.

Technique & Style

Rigaud employed etching and engraving to capture the intricate carvings on the columns and the soft, cloudy gray sky, achieving a balance of detail and atmosphere.

Artist & collection

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