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La jeunesse

Nicolas de Larmessin IV after Nicolas Lancret

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of elegantly dressed young people engaging in various activities in a forested landscape. The scene includes individuals playing archery, conversing, laughing, and embracing under the trees. The setting conveys a sense of carefree youth in nature, with detailed shading adding to the overall whimsical and elegant atmosphere of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1735
Medium
engraving and etching
Dimensions
4242 × 3508 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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