Le Bassin d'Apollon
1746
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Jean-Baptiste Rigaud
Jean-Baptiste Rigaud (1681–1812) was an artist.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Le Bassin d'Apollon is a 1746 ink by Jean-Baptiste Rigaud, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a busy garden scene with a large fountain at its center. Water sprays high into the air, and people in old-fashioned clothes walk, talk, and sit around the area. Trees line the background, and a few statues stand near the fountain. The sky is partly cloudy, and the whole scene looks like a lively outdoor gathering. The fountain’s name, *Le Bassin d’Apollon*, is written at the bottom, hinting at its grand design. The artist used lines to create depth and movement, making the scene feel alive. Next, check out etching, drypoint, aquatint to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
Jean-Baptiste Rigaud (1681–1812) was an artist.
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