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La Declaration, by Charles-Clement Bervic, ink, 1789

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Overview

La Declaration is a 1789 ink by Charles-Clement Bervic, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Charles-Clement Bervic
When & what style?
1789 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a romantic scene of a man and two women in a classical setting. The man is kneeling, holding the hand of one woman, while the other woman stands beside them, looking on. The scene is set amidst ancient columns and a statue of a cherub, with trees visible in the background. The image is rendered in a range of grays, with subtle shading and texture that adds depth and nuance to the scene. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement, with a sense of intimacy and emotion. To learn more about this style of art, explore the Romanticism movement.

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