Rien de trop (Nothing in Excess)
1756
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Pierre Etienne Moitte
Pierre Etienne Moitte (1777–1777) was an artist.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Rien de trop (Nothing in Excess) is a 1756 ink by Pierre Etienne Moitte, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows three sheep grazing in tall, golden grass. Behind them, a small village sits on a hill, with simple houses and a stone tower. The sky is pale, and the whole scene feels quiet and peaceful. The sheep look relaxed, almost like they’re posing. The artist used a technique that makes the lines look soft but precise, especially in the grass and buildings. Look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints with acid and needles.
Pierre Etienne Moitte (1777–1777) was an artist.
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