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Bernard Le Bovier de Fontenelle (1657-1757) Meditating on the Proliferation of Worlds
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Bernard Le Bovier de Fontenelle (1657-1757) Meditating on the Proliferation of Worlds
985797 Bernard Le Bovier de Fontenelle (1657-1757) Meditating on the Proliferation of Worlds, 1786-1792 (colour-printed aquatint engraving) by Sergent-Marceau, Antoine Louis Francois (1751-1847) (after); 31.7x23.9 (folio) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bernard Le Bovier de Fontenelle (1657-1757) Meditating on the Proliferation of Worlds. A page from the book Portraits des Grands Hommes, Femmes illustres, et sujets memorables en France. Jean Baptiste Morret (fl.1790-1820) after Antoine Louis Francois Sergent-Marceau (1751-1847). Colour aquatint engraving. Engraved c.1786-1792. 31.7 x 23.9cm (folio).); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
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1780s 1786 1790s 1792 Aquatint Arms Crossed Arms Folded Book Title Darkness Earth Etching Folded Arms French Text Language Late 18th Century Late Eighteenth Century Lettering Lower Case Meditate Meditating Meditation Nocturnal One Animal One Man Only Prints Publication Scientific Equipment Telescope Trance Word Artist French French Art French Artist Jean Baptiste Morret Proliferation Sergent Marceau
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The captivating print titled "Bernard Le Bovier de Fontenelle (1657-1757) Meditating on the Proliferation of Worlds" transports us to a serene night scene in 18th century France. Illuminated by the soft glow of moonlight, we find ourselves in the presence of one man only - Bernard Le Bovier de Fontenelle himself. With folded arms and a contemplative posture, he stands outdoors, surrounded by nature's tranquility. In this late eighteenth-century artwork, created by Antoine Louis Francois Sergent-Marceau and engraved by Jean Baptiste Morret, we witness Fontenelle engrossed in deep meditation. Holding a telescope as his scientific equipment, he ponders the vastness of our world and beyond. The artist skillfully captures the essence of this moment through delicate etching and color aquatint techniques. The French text accompanying the image adds an air of authenticity to this portrayal. As we observe this mesmerizing scene unfold before our eyes, it becomes evident that Fontenelle's profound thoughts transcend time and space. His exploration into the proliferation of worlds takes us on a journey through his remarkable mind. This print serves as a testament to both Fontenelle's intellectual prowess and artistic expression. It invites us to delve into philosophical musings about existence while appreciating the beauty found within scientific inquiry. With its rich historical context and masterful execution, this artwork is not just an aesthetic delight but also an invitation for introspection and contemplation about our place in the universe.
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