Who painted Odoratus, L'Ordorat?

Odoratus, L'Ordorat was painted by Abraham Bosse in 1639.

Where can I see Odoratus, L'Ordorat?

Odoratus, L'Ordorat is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Odoratus, L'Ordorat?

Odoratus, L'Ordorat is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Odoratus, L'Ordorat?

Museum-quality prints of Odoratus, L'Ordorat are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Odoratus, L'Ordorat

Abraham Bosse , 1639

Odoratus, L'Ordorat is an ink print by the Baroque artist Abraham Bosse. It dates from 1639 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:across bottom plate: Flora rofis vario fructu Pomona, Suaui / Vertumnus nares pafcit odore meas. / Verum cunctus odor diuino huic cedat odori, / Gloria quem caftae tollit ad aftra famae / ABosse in. et fe. / ODORATVS. / L'ODORAT. / Quand au matin l"Aurore arrofe de les pleurs / Tout ce que le Printemps estale dans les pleines, / L'Odorat est charmé par les douces haleines, / Que Zephyre conçoit de l'effence des fleurs. / A Paris, chez Melon. Tauernier demeurant en l'Isle du Palais, à la Sphere.

About this work

Overview

Odoratus, L'Ordorat is a 1639 engraving by Abraham Bosse, a French printmaker known for his work in etching and watercolor. The print is executed in black on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a man and woman on a balcony, dressed in 17th-century attire, surrounded by decorative elements such as a curtain, vase, and dog. The man holds a sword, while the woman holds a flower, set against a landscape background with trees and clouds, evoking an atmosphere of elegance and refinement.

Technique & Style

The engraving employs cross-hatching to create texture and depth, contributing to its visual interest. Bosse's skill in engraving is evident in the detailed rendering of the scene.

History & Provenance

Created in 1639, Odoratus, L'Ordorat is a product of Bosse's work in the 17th century, a period during which he made significant contributions to the graphic arts through both reproductive and original prints.