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Frontispiece: Dictionnaire de musique

Jean-Michel Moreau

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a seated person outdoors among rocks and trees. The person is wearing a classical robe with long hair and a laurel wreath, holding a quill, with a lyre nearby. A globe is at their feet. The person has a serene expression, looking down. In the background, there is a temple-like structure with other figures nearby, possibly discussing or studying. The setting conveys a sense of classical antiquity and scholarly pursuits in nature.

Artwork Details

Date
1779
Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
3433 × 4529 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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