Inglorious Artists
  1. Black and white artwork depicting Maurice Quentin de La Tour, an artist in his studio. Includes elements such as an easel in the background and several art-themed objects around. The artist appears engaged with the viewer, pointing towards something outside the frame. The setting implies an Ancien Régime style with traditional decor.
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Maurice Quentin De la Tour

Creator

Artist: Schmidt

Abstract

This is a digital photograph of an original print held by the British Museum. The original is a mezzotint.

Description

No description available

Subjects

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

Tags

Ancien Régime, Artists, Artists' Models, Easels, Female (Model), Maurice Quentin De La Tour, Paintings, Studio, Women

Rights

No Copyright - United States

Access Rights

For any commercial use of this image, please contact the British Museum.

Location

London, United Kingdom

Extent

22.5cm by 33cm

Note

Call number (cote): German XVIIIth C Mounted Imp