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Premium Framed Print : La Toilette, in or after 1756. Creator: Charles-Germain de Saint-Aubin
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La Toilette, in or after 1756. Creator: Charles-Germain de Saint-Aubin
La Toilette, in or after 1756
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14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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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La Toilette," an exquisite etching by Charles-Germain de Saint-Aubin from the 18th century, transports us back in time to the Rococo era in France. The captivating image, created between 1756 and the artist's death in 1780, showcases a moment of quiet introspection and luxury. The scene unfolds at a dressing table, a symbol of vanity and elegance, adorned with intricately designed furniture. The table is laden with an array of personal items, including perfume bottles, combs, and a mirror. The human figure, a homo sapien clad in a flowing robe, is engrossed in the act of dressing, his reflection captured in the mirror. Butterflies and other insects, delicately etched in black and white, flutter around the room, adding a touch of whimsy and the natural world to the scene. The monochrome palette, a characteristic of the Rococo style, enhances the sense of timelessness and elegance. This evocative work of art, now part of the collection at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., invites us to ponder the simple pleasures and rituals of daily life during the 18th century. The image, a testament to the beauty and artistry of the Rococo era, continues to captivate and inspire viewers to this day. Charles-Germain de Saint-Aubin, a master of the etching technique, expertly captures the essence of the Rococo period through this intricately detailed and evocative work of art. The image, with its elegant furniture, human figure, and ethereal insects, remains a stunning example of the artistic heritage of France and the broader Western world.
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