Les Oeufs de Pâques
1878
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Vicomte Ludovic Lepic
Vicomte Ludovic Lepic (1870–1870) was an artist.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Les Oeufs de Pâques is a 1878 ink by Vicomte Ludovic Lepic, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing shows a giant Easter egg with two birds pecking at it. Inside the egg, a crowd of tiny people are doing all sorts of things—some are dancing, others are playing instruments, and a few look like they’re in a parade. The background is packed with more figures, animals, and even a hot-air balloon floating above. The egg isn’t just a decoration—it’s a program for a two-act play called *Les Oeufs de Pâques*. The names of actors and roles are listed inside, like a menu for the show. If you like this mix of humor and detail, check out the technique: etching.
Vicomte Ludovic Lepic (1870–1870) was an artist.
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