The Greasy Pole

Französische Grafik 1815–1830, 1815

This is a drawing of a satirical scene involving figures climbing a pole to reach rewards. A tall vertical pole is depicted with three figures positioned at different heights as they climb towards a canopy of hanging items including sashes, a bishop's mitre, and medals. At the top of the pole, a few banners are displayed with inscribed dates and words. Each climber exhibits unique attire, hinting at different professions or roles. The canopy from which the objects hang is labeled "Ministère". The scene is set against a plain background with the name "Le Mât de Cocagne" inscribed below. The drawing is finely inked and colored, focusing attention on the expressions and actions of the climbers.
Artiste
Französische Grafik 1815–1830
Datation
1815
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
lithograph (colored with stencils?)
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This is a drawing of a satirical scene involving figures climbing a pole to reach rewards. A tall vertical pole is depicted with three figures positioned at different heights as they climb towards a canopy of hanging items including sashes, a bishop's mitre, and medals. At the top of the pole, a few banners are displayed with inscribed dates and words. Each climber exhibits unique attire, hinting at different professions or roles. The canopy from which the objects hang is labeled "Ministère". The scene is set against a plain background with the name "Le Mât de Cocagne" inscribed below. The drawing is finely inked and colored, focusing attention on the expressions and actions of the climbers.

Französische Grafik 1815–1830