Framed Print : The Broken Jug. ( La cruche cassee), 1773. Creator: Jean Massard

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The Broken Jug. ( La cruche cassee), 1773. Creator: Jean Massard

The Broken Jug. ( La cruche cassee), 1773

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Allegorical Broken Disappointed Disappointment Disillusioned Etching And Engraving Frame Greuse Jean Baptiste Greuze Jean Baptiste Innocence Jean Baptiste Greuse Jean Baptiste Greuze Pregnancy Pregnant Stomach Virginity Allegorical Figure Oval Shaped

12"x10" Modern Frame

Bring the timeless beauty of Jean Massard's "The Broken Jug" (La cruche cassee, 1773) into your home with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints. This exquisite artwork, originally created by Jean Massard in 1773 and now available through Heritage Images, captures the essence of the Rococo period with its intricate details and rich colors. Our high-quality framed prints are meticulously crafted to preserve the authenticity and vibrancy of the original artwork, making it an elegant addition to any room in your home. Experience the allure of this iconic masterpiece every day with our Framed Print of "The Broken Jug" by Jean Massard.

10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")

Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

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> Arts > Artists > G > Jean Baptiste Greuze

> Arts > Realistic drawings > Figure drawing > Fine art portraits

EDITORS COMMENTS
The Broken Jug," or "La Cruche Cassee," is an evocative and thought-provoking artwork created by Jean Massard in 1773. This allegorical masterpiece, now housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., depicts a pregnant woman in a state of disappointment and disillusionment, as she carries a broken jug with an oval-shaped opening. The woman, dressed in traditional 18th century attire, is shown with a disappointed expression on her face, as if reflecting on the fragility of life and the fleeting nature of happiness. The allegorical figures in this etching and engraving are reminiscent of the French artistic school of the time, with a strong emphasis on the concept of Greuze-inspired innocence. The use of black and white, or greyscale, adds to the somber and introspective mood of the artwork, further emphasizing the theme of disappointment and the passage of time. The Broken Jug is a poignant depiction of the human condition, and a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the complexities of the human experience. The figures in this etching and engraving are not just representations of people, but rather, they are symbols of the hopes, dreams, and disappointments that shape our lives. This historic artwork, with its intricate details and nuanced symbolism, is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art and the cultural heritage of France. The National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. is the perfect location to view and appreciate the beauty and depth of this allegorical masterpiece by Jean Massard.

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