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L'apres-midi

Joseph de Longueil after Charles Eisen

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an outdoor social gathering. The scene features several individuals gathered around a small table in a classical setting with tall columns and an ornamental garden in the background, including a fountain and statues. The participants are engaged in conversation and are dressed in formal, period attire. A parrot is perched on the pillar. The architectural elements and scenery show precision and style typical of the period, emphasizing a balance between nature and human-made structures.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
4394 × 3466 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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