Design: Grouped Figures, from Encyclopédie, 1762/77. Creator: Benoit-Louis Prevost

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Design: Grouped Figures, from Encyclopédie, 1762/77. Creator: Benoit-Louis Prevost

Design: Grouped Figures, from Encyclopedie, 1762/77

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Benoit-Louis Prevost's engraving, "Grouped Figures," from the Encyclopédie (1762/77), offers a compelling glimpse into the world of eighteenth-century France. Two men, seated and facing each other, engage in a complex interplay of gestures and postures. One figure, a father, raises his arms in a protective gesture towards his son, who looks away, seemingly in struggle or distress. The other man, possibly a father figure or a bystander, gestures towards the scene, his expression difficult to decipher. The black and white etching, with engraving on cream laid paper, is a testament to the artistic mastery of Prevost. The contrast between the figures' nakedness and the subtle textures of the background add depth and complexity to the composition. The image invites viewers to contemplate the themes of fatherhood, heritage, and the human condition. This powerful and evocative artwork is a treasure of the Art Institute of Chicago's Prints and Drawings department. It is a reminder of the rich artistic heritage of France during the eighteenth century and the enduring power of art to provoke thought and emotion.

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