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Canvas Print : Recto; Quack Doctor selling his Wares in the open Air (red chalk on paper)
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Recto; Quack Doctor selling his Wares in the open Air (red chalk on paper)
AMO397742 Recto; Quack Doctor selling his Wares in the open Air (red chalk on paper) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Bonimenteur sur un treteau, entour de spectateurs; ); eAshmolean Museum; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23248964
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
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20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Bring the old-world charm of Jean Antoine Watteau's masterpiece into your home with our Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This exquisite artwork, titled "Recto: Quack Doctor selling his Wares in the open Air," showcases the renowned French artist's red chalk drawing of a quack doctor selling his remedies in an open-air market. Captured in stunning detail from the collection at the Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, this captivating piece is now available in a high-quality canvas print, adding an air of sophistication and timeless beauty to any room in your home. Experience the artistry and history of Watteau like never before with Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Caption: "Recto; Quack Doctor selling his Wares in the open Air (red chalk on paper) by Watteau". This artwork by Jean Antoine Watteau, titled "Recto; Quack Doctor selling his Wares in the open Air" captures a lively scene of street performance and deception. In this red chalk sketch, we witness a charismatic quack doctor standing atop a makeshift platform surrounded by an intrigued audience. The artist skillfully portrays the dynamic atmosphere as spectators gather around to listen to the persuasive speech of the con man. With animated gestures and theatrical expressions, he captivates his listeners with promises of miraculous cures and remedies. The table beside him is adorned with various potions and elixirs, adding an air of mystique to his act. Watteau's meticulous attention to detail allows us to observe each character's unique reaction - from skeptical onlookers to those fully engrossed in the spectacle. The composition exudes both curiosity and skepticism towards these dubious practices prevalent during that era. Through this artwork, we are transported back in time, witnessing not only a quack doctor peddling false hope but also gaining insights into societal beliefs surrounding medicine and healing methods during 18th-century France. Displayed at Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK, this piece serves as a testament to Watteau's artistic prowess while shedding light on historical perspectives regarding quackery and public entertainment.
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