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Ballet Champêtre (Country Ballet)

Charles Germain de Saint-Aubin

National Gallery of Art

This drawing depicts anthropomorphic butterflies dancing under a floral and vine archway. Three butterflies with humanoid features are shown posing gracefully, while another butterfly plays a musical instrument. The archway above them is made of twisted vines and leaves, creating a stage-like setting. The base of the image features organic shapes and patterns around a scroll with the text "Ballet Champêtre." The style is ornate and delicate, typical of the Rococo period.

Artwork Details

Date
in or after 1756
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3354 × 4680 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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