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Vue du Salon du Louvre en l'année 1753 (View of the Salon in the Year 1753)

Gabriel Jacques de Saint-Aubin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an art gallery with dozens of paintings hanging on the walls. The image illustrates a grand interior space with a staircase leading to a second level with more artwork displayed. The gallery has high ceilings and large windows. The drawing captures the details of the frames and the decor of the gallery, suggesting a busy and refined art-appreciation environment.

Artwork Details

Date
1753
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4496 × 3652 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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