Who painted Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau?

Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau was painted by Abraham Bosse in 1633.

Where can I see Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau?

Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau?

Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau?

Museum-quality prints of Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau

Abraham Bosse , 1633

Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau is an ink print by the Baroque artist Abraham Bosse. It dates from 1633 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau is a print created by Abraham Bosse in 1633, combining etching and engraving techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a formal gathering in the chapel at Fontainebleau, with multiple levels of figures in ornate attire, suggesting a ceremonial or official occasion.

Technique & Style

Bosse employed fine lines to achieve detailed renderings of clothing and facial expressions, characteristic of his skill in printmaking.

History & Provenance

Abraham Bosse was a 17th-century French printmaker who established himself in the medium, of which Meeting in the Chapel at Fontainebleau is a representative work.