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Le Carnaval

Philibert-Louis Debucourt

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an outdoor scene of a carnival. A diverse group of people are gathered around a large carriage, with some individuals sitting or standing around it. On top of the carriage, several people are lounging, including a person in a striped outfit holding a wooden stick and others in various costumes. Attendees in period-style clothing with hats and gowns are below, some on horseback or holding canes. A horse is at the front of the carriage, and people in the crowd are engaging with each other. The background shows additional figures and trees, suggesting a festive outdoor environment.

Artwork Details

Date
1810
Medium
etching and aquatint on wove paper
Dimensions
4301 × 3543 px
Public Domain
Yes
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