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Lequeu Collection

"Lequeu: A Visionary Artist Ahead of His Time" Jean-Jacques Lequeu (1757-1826) was an enigmatic artist whose works continue to captivate and intrigue art enthusiasts

Background imageLequeu Collection: Et nous aussi nous serons meres car... !, 1794. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)

Et nous aussi nous serons meres car... !, 1794. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)
Et nous aussi nous serons meres car...!, 1794. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Background imageLequeu Collection: Self-Portrait, 1786. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)

Self-Portrait, 1786. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)
Self-Portrait, 1786. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Background imageLequeu Collection: Bosquet de l Aurore. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)

Bosquet de l Aurore. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)
Bosquet de l Aurore. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Background imageLequeu Collection: Brutus assassin en fils de Cesar. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)

Brutus assassin en fils de Cesar. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)
Brutus assassin en fils de Cesar. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Background imageLequeu Collection: Elevation d un temple a l Egalite, pour le jardin du philosophe

Elevation d un temple a l Egalite, pour le jardin du philosophe. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Background imageLequeu Collection: Ce quelle voit en songe, ca 1794. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)

Ce quelle voit en songe, ca 1794. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)
Ce quelle voit en songe, ca 1794. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Background imageLequeu Collection: Hotel Montholon. Projet de salon, 1786. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)

Hotel Montholon. Projet de salon, 1786. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)
Hotel Montholon. Projet de salon, 1786. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Background imageLequeu Collection: La bacchante. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)

La bacchante. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)
La bacchante. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Background imageLequeu Collection: Frontispice de la Nouvelle methode appli-quee aux principes elementaires

Frontispice de la Nouvelle methode appli-quee aux principes elementaires du dessin, 1792. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Background imageLequeu Collection: L Ile d amour et repos de peche. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)

L Ile d amour et repos de peche. Creator: Lequeu, Jean-Jacques (1757-1826)
L Ile d amour et repos de peche. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Background imageLequeu Collection: Le Grand Bailleur, before 1825

Le Grand Bailleur, before 1825. Found in the Collection of Bibliothe que Nationale de France

Background imageLequeu Collection: He Is Free (Il est libre)

He Is Free (Il est libre). Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France



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"Lequeu: A Visionary Artist Ahead of His Time" Jean-Jacques Lequeu (1757-1826) was an enigmatic artist whose works continue to captivate and intrigue art enthusiasts. With a diverse range of creations, from self-portraits to architectural designs, Lequeu's talent knew no bounds. In his self-portrait from 1786, we catch a glimpse of the artist himself, his gaze filled with intensity and introspection, and is as if he invites us into his world, where imagination reigns supreme. One of Lequeu's notable pieces is "L'Ile d'amour et repos de pêche, " transporting us to an idyllic island where love and tranquility intertwine. Through this artwork, he showcases his ability to create dreamlike landscapes that offer respite from the chaos of reality. Another striking creation by Lequeu is "Elevation d'un temple à l'Egalité. " This visionary architect envisioned a temple dedicated to equality in a philosopher's garden. His design reflects not only his artistic prowess but also his belief in the power of egalitarian ideals. Lequeu's fascination with mythology shines through in "La bacchante, " depicting a wild reveler immersed in Dionysian ecstasy. The intricate details and expressive brushstrokes reveal the artist's deep understanding of human emotions and desires. In "Brutus assassin en fils de César, " Lequeu delves into historical narratives, exploring complex themes such as betrayal and justice. Through this piece, he challenges conventional notions by presenting Brutus as both an assassin and Caesar's son—a thought-provoking twist on familiar tales. Throughout his career, Lequeu remained committed to pushing boundaries and embracing unconventional ideas. In "Ce qu'elle voit en songe, " created around 1794 during the French Revolution era, he captures the surreal nature of dreams, blurring the lines between reality and imagination.