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Jacques Cazotte's "Le Diable amoureux" (1st vignette)

Félix-Hilaire Buhot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two central figures. One figure is playing a curved horn instrument. The other figure on the right has animalistic features, potentially resembling a satyr or a mythical creature. The background displays an ornate and chaotic landscape with a swirling sky and hints of a castle or battlements. The drawing is detailed with swirling patterns, creating a dark atmosphere. The style is reminiscent of etching, with deep contrasts and cross-hatching for shading and texture.

Artwork Details

Date
1878
Medium
etching and drypoint in black on thin Japanese paper
Dimensions
3521 × 3042 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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