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Copperplate Engraving, from Encyclopédie, 1762/77. Creator: A. J. Defehrt
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Copperplate Engraving, from Encyclopédie, 1762/77. Creator: A. J. Defehrt
Copperplate Engraving, from Encyclopedie, 1762/77
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This stunning Copperplate Engraving, titled "A. J. Defehrt's Depiction of a Country Scene," is an exquisite example of the artistic mastery and technical prowess of the 18th century. Created by the skilled hand of A. J. Defehrt, this engraving was originally published in the renowned Encyclopédie, an encyclopedia of knowledge compiled by Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d'Alembert between 1751 and 1772. The image depicts a serene rural landscape, with a man in traditional French attire, holding a brush and a burin, engaged in the meticulous process of creating an illustration. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills, verdant trees, and a clear blue sky. The intricate details of the engraving are a testament to the artist's skillful use of the copperplate engraving technique, which involved etching lines into a copper plate with a sharp tool and then inking and printing the image onto high-quality laid paper. This engraving was produced under the supervision of Antoine Claude Briasson, who oversaw the production of the illustrations for the Encyclopédie, and was further refined by the skilled hands of Benoît Louis Prévost and Laurent Durand. The resulting image is a beautiful and intricate work of art that captures the essence of the artistic and cultural heritage of France during the Age of Enlightenment. The image is a valuable addition to any art collection or gallery, and is a testament to the enduring appeal of traditional art techniques and the beauty of the natural world.
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