Poster Print : The Broken Jug. ( La cruche cassee), 1773. Creator: Jean Massard

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The Broken Jug. ( La cruche cassee), 1773. Creator: Jean Massard

The Broken Jug. ( La cruche cassee), 1773

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Media ID 36273501

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Allegorical Broken Disappointed Disappointment Disillusioned Etching And Engraving Frame Greuse Jean Baptiste Greuze Jean Baptiste Innocence Jean Baptiste Greuse Jean Baptiste Greuze Pregnancy Pregnant Stomach Virginity Allegorical Figure Oval Shaped

18x24 inch Poster Print

Bring the timeless beauty of Jean Massard's iconic painting, "The Broken Jug" (La cruche cassee), into your home with our high-quality Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This exquisite 18th-century masterpiece, created by French artist Jean Massard in 1773, showcases the poignant moment of a shattered jug and the emotional reactions of those around it. Our poster prints are meticulously produced using premium materials and vibrant inks to capture every detail and color of this Heritage Image, ensuring a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Experience the artistry and emotion of "The Broken Jug" like never before with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

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> Arts > Artists > G > Jean Baptiste Greuze

> Arts > Realistic drawings > Figure drawing > Fine art portraits

EDITORS COMMENTS
The Broken Jug," or "La Cruche Cassee," is an evocative and thought-provoking artwork created by Jean Massard in 1773. This allegorical masterpiece, now housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., depicts a pregnant woman in a state of disappointment and disillusionment, as she carries a broken jug with an oval-shaped opening. The woman, dressed in traditional 18th century attire, is shown with a disappointed expression on her face, as if reflecting on the fragility of life and the fleeting nature of happiness. The allegorical figures in this etching and engraving are reminiscent of the French artistic school of the time, with a strong emphasis on the concept of Greuze-inspired innocence. The use of black and white, or greyscale, adds to the somber and introspective mood of the artwork, further emphasizing the theme of disappointment and the passage of time. The Broken Jug is a poignant depiction of the human condition, and a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the complexities of the human experience. The figures in this etching and engraving are not just representations of people, but rather, they are symbols of the hopes, dreams, and disappointments that shape our lives. This historic artwork, with its intricate details and nuanced symbolism, is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art and the cultural heritage of France. The National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. is the perfect location to view and appreciate the beauty and depth of this allegorical masterpiece by Jean Massard.

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