Modern Grace

Britische Grafik 1796–1803, 1796

This is a painting of a dance scene with exaggerated costumes and movements. The image features three figures in colorful attire dancing against a stylized background depicting a bright sun. The central figure is energetically posed on one leg, while the two figures on either side match the dynamic energy. Two additional figures appear in motion in the background, contributing to the lively atmosphere of the scene. This is in the style of James Gillray.
Artista
Britische Grafik 1796–1803
Datazione
1796
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
etching and engraving with publisher's hand coloring on laid paper
Dimensioni
23,9 × 35,2 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

This is a painting of a dance scene with exaggerated costumes and movements. The image features three figures in colorful attire dancing against a stylized background depicting a bright sun. The central figure is energetically posed on one leg, while the two figures on either side match the dynamic energy. Two additional figures appear in motion in the background, contributing to the lively atmosphere of the scene. This is in the style of James Gillray.

Britische Grafik 1796–1803