Artwork
La gageure des trois commeres: Le poirier
La gageure des trois commeres: Le poirier is an ink print by the Baroque artist French 18th Century. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
La gageure des trois commeres: Le poirier is an etching that portrays three women gathered beneath a pear‑laden tree. One figure reclines on the ground while the other two stand nearby, all dressed in flowing robes. A house and a statue appear in the background, situating the scene within a domestic landscape.
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on the interaction of the three women with the fruit‑bearing tree, suggesting themes of abundance, labor, or communal activity. The presence of the house and statue may allude to a specific locale or narrative context, though the work remains primarily a study of figures in a natural setting.
Technique & Style
Executed in fine etching, the print displays intricate line work and delicate textures that convey depth and volume. Careful shading and contrast enhance the realism of the figures, foliage, and architectural elements, while the precision of the incised lines underscores the artist’s control of the medium.
History & Provenance
The work is catalogued as a print titled La gageure des trois commeres: Le poirier, created using traditional etching methods. No further details on its date of production, artist, or ownership history are provided in the source material.
Artist & collection
Artist
An anonymous French hand of the late 18th century made portrait paintings and etched prints.
