Colin-maillard
1789
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1789
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Colin-maillard is a 1789 ink by Louis Le Coeur, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
In the painting, a group of people are gathered in a garden. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and a tall fountain, with a blue sky above. The figures are dressed in 18th-century attire, with men wearing coats and hats, and women in long dresses. One woman is blindfolded, while another man is gesturing towards her. The painting's use of color aquatint and etching techniques creates a sense of depth and texture, adding to the overall atmosphere of the scene. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate folds of the clothing and the expressions on the faces of the figures. The painting's romanticism is evident in the idyllic setting and the sense of playfulness among the figures. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Le Coeur, Louis.