Singerie: The Sculptor

Französische Malerei 1740–1787, vers 1739

This is a painting of monkeys creating a sculpture. The scene shows monkeys working as sculptors. One monkey is chiseling a bust on a plinth, while others are nearby, some seeming to discuss or plan. The setting is outdoors with shrubbery, fencing, and a cloudy sky. Various tools and vessels are scattered around, creating a busy workspace. The painting captures a playful and satirical moment, featuring animals engaging in human-like activities. The style is reminiscent of the baroque period, similar to works by artist David Teniers the Younger, known for paintings of monkeys in human scenarios, also known as 'singeries.'
Artiste
Französische Malerei 1740–1787
Datation
vers 1739
Catégorie
Peinture
Technique
Huile sur toile
Dimensions
83 × 119,5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This is a painting of monkeys creating a sculpture. The scene shows monkeys working as sculptors. One monkey is chiseling a bust on a plinth, while others are nearby, some seeming to discuss or plan. The setting is outdoors with shrubbery, fencing, and a cloudy sky. Various tools and vessels are scattered around, creating a busy workspace. The painting captures a playful and satirical moment, featuring animals engaging in human-like activities. The style is reminiscent of the baroque period, similar to works by artist David Teniers the Younger, known for paintings of monkeys in human scenarios, also known as 'singeries.'

Französische Malerei 1740–1787