Open full image Pin
Amusement, Arabesque, by Gabriel Huquier, 1750

Amusement, Arabesque

Gabriel Huquier

1750

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Amusement, Arabesque is a 1750 by Gabriel Huquier, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Gabriel Huquier
When & what style?
1750 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

In this painting, a group of people are gathered in a lush outdoor setting, surrounded by trees and foliage. The scene is depicted in a classical style, with elegant lines and flowing curves. A closer look reveals intricate details, such as the delicate folds of the clothing and the subtle expressions on the faces. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the scene. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Gabriel Huquier, a French artist known for his Baroque-style paintings.

About the artist

Portrait of Gabriel Huquier
Artist

Gabriel Huquier

Gabriel Huquier (1695–1772) was an entrepreneurial French drawer (artist), engraver, printmaker, publisher, and art collector, who became a pivotal figure in the production of French 18th-century ornamental etchings and engravings

See the richer artist page

More by Gabriel Huquier

Artifact World Gallery — 100,000 artworks Get the app