Repos de Chasse (Rest from Hunting)
1766
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1766
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a group of naked, chubby children—called putti—lolling around after a hunt. One boy leans on a spear, another sprawls on the ground, and a third sits with his legs in the air. A dog lies nearby, and a fallen deer peeks out from the bushes. The whole scene is drawn in soft brown lines, giving it a loose, sketchy feel. The title *Repos de Chasse* means "Rest from Hunting," and the putti are often used to stand for carefree joy or play. The artist made this print using a technique that mixes fine lines with watery tones. Next, look up putti to see how they’ve appeared in other artworks.
