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L Afficheur, c. 1737-1746 (etching)
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L Afficheur, c. 1737-1746 (etching)
1195456 L Afficheur, c. 1737-1746 (etching) by Bouchardon, Edme(1698-1762) (after); 32.3x24.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23690758
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1730s 1737 1740s 1746 Back Back View Backview Behind Bucket Container Early Eighteenth Century Engraved Etching From The Back Ladder Mid 18th Century Mid Eighteenth Century Old Masters One Man Only Pail Plate Printed Prints Rear View Structure View From Behind Artist French Bouchardon Edme Bouchardon French Art French Artist Headwear
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This black and white etching, titled "L'Afficheur" transports us back to the early 18th century in France. The artist, Edme Bouchardon, skillfully captures a moment in time with his intricate lines and attention to detail. In this scene, we see a lone man standing outside against a wall. His back is turned towards us as he diligently goes about his work. He holds a bucket in one hand and reaches up with the other to affix a poster onto the wall using a ladder. This man is an "afficheur" someone responsible for putting up posters around town. The composition of the print allows us to focus on the man's posture and attire. He wears typical clothing of the era - an elegant coat, breeches, and hat - which adds authenticity to this glimpse into history. The setting appears to be daytime as sunlight casts shadows on the ground behind him. The structure surrounding him suggests that he is working outdoors in a public space. Bouchardon's etching beautifully captures not only the physical appearance of this anonymous figure but also evokes curiosity about his role within society during this period. This print serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical documentation of everyday life in mid-18th century France.
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