La Rose mal defendue

Französische Grafik 1788–1793, 1791

The painting depicts an opulent interior scene with three elaborately dressed figures on a sofa. One standing figure offers a rose while another seated figure extends an arm towards the flower. Items on the table include a pitcher, cup, and plate. The background has rich blue drapery drawn open to reveal a bed. Belongings on the floor include a hat, bag, and papers. The style is reminiscent of Jean-Honoré Fragonard, known for romantic and playful compositions.
Művész
Französische Grafik 1788–1793
Datálás
1791
Műfaj
Grafika
Technika
color etching, stipple, and wash manner inked à la poupée
Gyűjtemény
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenc
Közkincs, CC0

Képleírás

The painting depicts an opulent interior scene with three elaborately dressed figures on a sofa. One standing figure offers a rose while another seated figure extends an arm towards the flower. Items on the table include a pitcher, cup, and plate. The background has rich blue drapery drawn open to reveal a bed. Belongings on the floor include a hat, bag, and papers. The style is reminiscent of Jean-Honoré Fragonard, known for romantic and playful compositions.

Französische Grafik 1788–1793