The Gallant
1742
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1742
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows a woman in a flowing dress kneeling by a tree, holding a child while another person leans in close. Two winged figures stand on either side, each holding a curtain that frames a glowing sunburst above. Below, a rocky landscape stretches out, with tiny buildings in the distance. The title *Le Galant* hints at a story about charm or flattery, but the exact meaning isn’t obvious. The print’s ornate borders and dramatic lighting fit the style of the time. Next, look up Baroque to see how this print fits into that bold, decorative movement.
![Renouvellement d'Alliance avec les Suisses 1663 (Renewal of Alliance with the Swiss 1663) [pl. 18]](https://pub-3a17a9933ad74fb28aa30fa758592f23.r2.dev/artworks/b0549fa383211be6/thumb.webp)
