An Italianate Garden with a Parrot, a Poodle, and a Man
1734
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1734
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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.
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.
Isaac de Moucheron (1667–1744) was an 18th-century painter and interior decorator (wall painter) from the Dutch Republic.
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