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Taste (from the Series The Five Senses ), 1784 (pen and brown ink)
651895 Taste (from the Series The Five Senses ), 1784 (pen and brown ink) by West, Benjamin (1738-1820); 17.5x24.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Taste (from the Series The Five Senses ). Benjamin West (1738-1820). Pen and brown ink. Dated 1784. 17.5 x 24.2cm.); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23670494
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072012upload 1780s 1784 Accessories American Artist Arm Resting Arrangement Artist American Benjamin West British Art British Art On Paper Brown Ink Bunch Five Senses Grapes Headband In Ink Ink Drawing Late 18th Century Late Eighteenth Century Leaning On Elbow Neo Classic Neo Classicism Neoclassic Neoclassical Art Neoclassicism Personal Accessory Taste Using Hands West Woman Alone Ethnic Origin Young Woman
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 17.3cm (10" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 27.5cm x 22.5cm (10.8" x 8.9")
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This print showcases Benjamin West's "Taste (from the Series The Five Senses)" from 1784. In this neoclassical masterpiece, a young woman is depicted in a three-quarter length pose, leaning on her elbow with an air of elegance and grace. Her arm rests delicately on a bunch of grapes, symbolizing the sense of taste. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his pen and brown ink. The fine art arrangement captures the essence of late eighteenth-century neoclassicism, portraying the beauty and refinement that defined this era. The woman exudes sophistication as she sits alone, her posture conveying both poise and contemplation. She wears a headband as an accessory, adding to her allure. Her caucasian ethnicity further emphasizes the cultural context of this period. West's skillful use of ink brings depth and texture to the drawing, highlighting his mastery as an American artist during this time. The composition evokes a sense of intimacy between viewer and subject, inviting us to explore our own sensory experiences through art. This print serves as a testament to West's artistic prowess while also reminding us of the enduring power that fine art holds in capturing human emotions and experiences across centuries.
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