Livre de Tables
1702
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1702
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Livre de Tables is a 1702 ink by Pierre Lepautre, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows two fancy fireplace mantels packed with odd, ornate objects. On the left, there are tall vases, a teapot shaped like a bird, and a tiny urn on a stand. The right side has a goose-shaped container, a swan, and a cherub riding a shell. Both mantels are carved with swirls, leaves, and little faces peeking out. The artist turned everyday items into playful, exaggerated shapes. The cherub looks like it’s just hanging out on its shell, while the bird teapot has wings that almost look real. If you like this wild mix of shapes, check out the technique: etching.
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