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Trissotin Reading to Philaminte, Belise, and Armande... probably c. 1725-1726
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Trissotin Reading to Philaminte, Belise, and Armande... probably c. 1725-1726
Trissotin Reading to Philaminte, Belise, and Armande (from act 3, scene 2 of Molieres " Les Femmes Savantes", probably c. 1725-1726. The son of Antoine Coypel (whose drawing is on view nearby), Charles Coypel was a playwright as well as an artist, so his understanding of the theater was profound. This is the only known drawing for the series of prints Coypel designed after scenes from famous works by the great playwright Moliere (about 1622-1673). For the subject of this drawing, Coypel chose a famous scene from The Learned Ladies, in which the pompous tutor, Trissotin, reads his own work to his pretentious female admirers, Philaminte, Belise, and Armande, all of whom have been duped by his pseudo-intellectualism. The overly enthusiastic gestures of these women contrast with the quiet dejection of Henrietta at the far right. The sensitive daughter of Philaminte, she is the only one not taken in by Trissotins pretensions
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This print captures a pivotal moment from Moliere's renowned play, "Les Femmes Savantes", brought to life by the artistic genius of Charles Coypel. Created around 1725-1726, this is the sole surviving drawing for Coypel's series of prints based on scenes from Moliere's works. In this scene, we witness the pompous tutor Trissotin reading his own work to his adoring female admirers - Philaminte, Belise, and Armande. These women have fallen under Trissotin's spell of pseudo-intellectualism and are captivated by his every word. Their overly enthusiastic gestures highlight their gullibility and pretentiousness. However, amidst this spectacle of misplaced admiration stands Henrietta at the far right. She alone remains untouched by Trissotin's deceitful charms. With a quiet dejection in her expression, she represents the voice of reason amidst a sea of delusion. Charles Coypel skillfully portrays these contrasting emotions through his masterful artistry. As both an artist and playwright himself, he possessed an innate understanding of theater that shines through in this composition. This remarkable print not only showcases Coypel's talent but also pays homage to Moliere's enduring legacy as one of France's greatest playwrights. It serves as a reminder that even centuries later, the themes explored in "Les Femmes Savantes" continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.
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