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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
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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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