Singerie: The Picnic

Französische Malerei 1655–1739, ca. 1739

The artwork is a horizontal painting featuring a scene in which monkeys dressed in human clothing partake in a picnic in a wooded landscape. In the foreground, several monkeys are gathered around a picnic spread, with some seated and others standing, engaged in activities such as holding plates and pouring drinks. The attire includes garments with coats, hats, and dresses in tones of pink, yellow, and blue. In the background, more monkeys are with animals, such as a horse and a dog. The scene is set against a backdrop of dense trees and a partially cloudy sky, with a town visible in the distance. The colors are rich and earthy, with a focus on greens, browns, and subtle highlights.
Kunstenaar
Französische Malerei 1655–1739
Datering
ca. 1739
Soort
Schilderij
Techniek
oil on canvas
Afmetingen
90,1 × 149,5 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The artwork is a horizontal painting featuring a scene in which monkeys dressed in human clothing partake in a picnic in a wooded landscape. In the foreground, several monkeys are gathered around a picnic spread, with some seated and others standing, engaged in activities such as holding plates and pouring drinks. The attire includes garments with coats, hats, and dresses in tones of pink, yellow, and blue. In the background, more monkeys are with animals, such as a horse and a dog. The scene is set against a backdrop of dense trees and a partially cloudy sky, with a town visible in the distance. The colors are rich and earthy, with a focus on greens, browns, and subtle highlights.

Französische Malerei 1655–1739