La Provocation
1768
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1768
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image depicts a scene of three men in a room, with one man standing and two seated. The standing man is pointing at the other two, who are looking up at him. The room is furnished with a table, chairs, and curtains, and the atmosphere appears tense. The men are dressed in formal attire, with the standing man wearing a coat and hat, and the seated men wearing coats and waistcoats. The table is set with a candle, a book, and other objects, adding to the sense of formality. The image is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate lines and shading that give the scene a sense of depth and texture. To learn more about the artistic techniques used in this image, explore the technique of etching.