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A Fête Galante with Falconers

Antoine Watteau

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of people in elegant attire on a grassy area. One man gestures towards others while another operates a small theater. A small dog is nearby. In the background, there are rolling hills and sparse vegetation leading to a clear sky. The drawing is made using red chalk, giving it a soft, textured look with detailed strokes. The color palette is red and brown against a light tan background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1711-1712
Medium
red chalk over graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
5498 × 3121 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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