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Le tombeau de Molière, au Père-Lachaise, Paris (Moliere's Tomb, in Père-Lachaise Cemetary, Paris)

Charles Meryon

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a monument with the name "Molière" engraved on it. The monument appears to be an elaborate tomb or commemorative mausoleum with intricate stone carvings. Above the structure, a flame emanates from a vessel, radiating lines that suggest light or divine inspiration. The drawing is bordered by laurel leaves on either side.

Artwork Details

Date
1854
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2584 × 2474 px
Public Domain
Yes
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