Inglorious Artists
  1. A detailed etching depicting an elderly painter from the Ancien Régime era, wearing a tricorne hat and a wig, with a worn habit à la française. He holds a cane and carries a large, empty picture frame; set against a rural backdrop. His outfit includes visible patches and a prominent tassel hanging from his coat.
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Le Doyen des Me. Peintres

Creator

Artist: J.Guelard
After: J.J. Spoëde
Publisher: Basset l'ainé

Abstract

This is a digital photograph of an original print held by the Musée Carnavalet. The original is a etching and engraving. After J.J. Spoëde. Published by Basset l'ainé.

Description

No description available

Subjects

Art -- Economic aspects -- France -- History -- 18th century
Caricatures and cartoons -- France -- History -- 18th century

Tags

Ancien Régime, Canes, Habits à La Française, Hats, Outfits, Painters (Artists), Paintings, Rural Areas, Tricornes, Wigs

Rights

No Copyright - United States

Access Rights

For any commercial use of this image, please contact the Musée Carnavalet.

Location

Paris, France

Extent

26.2cm by 37.5cm

Note

Call number (cote): Moeurs 107/2