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Le Bosquet de Bacchus, by Charles-Nicolas Cochin, 1727

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Overview

Le Bosquet de Bacchus is a 1727 by Charles-Nicolas Cochin, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Charles-Nicolas Cochin
When & what style?
1727 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a group of people in a wooded area. They're dressed in old-fashioned clothes, and some are sitting on the ground. In the background, there's a statue of a person. The scene looks like it's from a long time ago. The people are all gathered around, and some are looking at the statue. The trees and bushes are all around them, making it feel like they're in a secluded spot. If you like this kind of art, you might want to check out the Baroque movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Charles-Nicolas Cochin
Artist

Charles-Nicolas Cochin

Charles-Nicolas Cochin was a French engraver, designer, writer, and art critic. To distinguish him from his father of the same name, he is variously called Charles-Nicolas Cochin le Jeune, Charles-Nicolas Cochin le…

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