L'apres-diner
1741
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Nicolas de Larmessin IV
Nicolas de Larmessin IV (1732–1732) was an artist.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
L'apres-diner is a 1741 ink by Nicolas de Larmessin IV, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows three people in a garden. A woman sits at a table playing a small keyboard, while a man leans over her shoulder, pointing at the music. Another woman stands nearby, watching them with a curious look. The background has trees and a distant landscape, and the whole scene feels calm and focused. The title *L’apres-diner* means "after dinner," suggesting this moment happens when people relax together. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and textures, making the clothing and objects look detailed. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this made prints with needles and acid.
Nicolas de Larmessin IV (1732–1732) was an artist.
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