Artwork
Le magnifique
Le magnifique is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jean-Baptiste Tilliard. It dates from 1776 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le magnifique is an etching created by Jean-Baptiste Tilliard in 1776.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a lavish 18th-century interior scene with two standing men and a seated woman playing a flute, surrounded by ornate furnishings and decorations, including intricate carvings, curtains, and a cherub.
Technique & Style
Tilliard's etching is characterized by delicate lines, shading, and a nuanced use of light and shadow, which together create a sense of depth and dimension.
Artist & collection
