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Place de Louis XV

Jean-Michel the Younger Moreau

1770

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism 18th Century

Dominant colour

Place de Louis XV is a 1770 ink by Jean-Michel the Younger Moreau, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jean-Michel the Younger Moreau
When & what style?: 1770 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a lively scene in the Place de Louis XV, with a large crowd gathered in the center. The square is surrounded by ornate buildings, and a statue stands prominently in the foreground. In the distance, a row of trees adds a touch of greenery to the scene. The etching is rendered in fine detail, with intricate lines and shading that bring the scene to life. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the heart of the scene. For more works by this artist, explore the oeuvre of Moreau, Jean-Michel the Younger.