La comete
1745
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Jacques-Philippe Le Bas
Jacques-Philippe Le Bas (1757–1757) was an artist.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
La comete is a 1745 ink by Jacques-Philippe Le Bas, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts a group of people gathered around a table, engaged in a game. The scene is set in a room with a window on the right side, and a dog is visible on the floor. The artist has used a range of colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere, with the warm tones of the wood and the cool tones of the clothing creating a sense of contrast. The use of light and shadow adds to the sense of drama and tension in the scene. The painting is an example of the Baroque style, characterized by its use of dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about this style, you can explore the works of other artists associated with the Baroque movement.
Jacques-Philippe Le Bas (1757–1757) was an artist.
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