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An Italianate Garden with a Parrot, a Poodle, and a Man, by Isaac de Moucheron, chalk, 1734

An Italianate Garden with a Parrot, a Poodle, and a Man

Isaac de Moucheron

1734

chalk

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

An Italianate Garden with a Parrot, a Poodle, and a Man is a 1734 chalk by Isaac de Moucheron, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Isaac de Moucheron
When & what style?
1734 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a serene Italian garden scene. In the foreground, a man sits on a ledge, surrounded by lush greenery and a vibrant parrot perched on a pedestal. A poodle stands nearby, adding to the tranquil atmosphere. The garden is filled with statues and fountains, creating a sense of elegance and refinement. The artist's use of watercolor and brown ink brings a soft, dreamy quality to the scene. The attention to detail and the use of glazing technique make this painting a beautiful example of Baroque art. To learn more about this style, explore the works of other Baroque artists, such as Moucheron, Isaac de.

About the artist

Portrait of Isaac de Moucheron
Artist

Isaac de Moucheron

Isaac de Moucheron (1667–1744) was an 18th-century painter and interior decorator (wall painter) from the Dutch Republic.

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