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Bacchanales: Nymph Astride a Satyr, 1763. Creator: Jean-Honore Fragonard (French, 1732-1806)
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Bacchanales: Nymph Astride a Satyr, 1763. Creator: Jean-Honore Fragonard (French, 1732-1806)
Bacchanales: Nymph Astride a Satyr, 1763. Fragonard created these charming etchings shortly after returning from Italy, where he encountered similar Roman antiquities. Satyrs and nymphs frolic in this suite of playfully erotic scenes, which he conceived as low-relief sculptures on stone fragments nestled in the foliage of country gardens. The abundant vegetation--as well as the satyr and human children--symbolizes the wild fecundity of nature
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1732 1806 Jean Honoré Fragonard Jean Honoré Fragonard French Jean Honorefragonard French
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This print showcases Jean-Honore Fragonard's masterpiece, "Bacchanales: Nymph Astride a Satyr" created in 1763. Inspired by his travels to Italy and the Roman antiquities he encountered there, Fragonard skillfully captures the essence of playful eroticism in this series of etchings. In this particular scene, satyrs and nymphs joyously frolic amidst an abundance of foliage, symbolizing the untamed fertility of nature. The artist conceived these images as if they were low-relief sculptures on stone fragments nestled within country gardens. Fragonard's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his etching technique. The intricate composition invites viewers into a world where mythical creatures intertwine with human children, blurring the lines between fantasy and reality. The French artist's ability to convey sensuality through art is truly remarkable. Each figure exudes a sense of uninhibited freedom as they revel in their primal desires. It is no wonder that these prints continue to captivate audiences centuries later. Displayed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this print allows us to appreciate Fragonard's genius from afar. Through Heritage Art/Heritage Images' lens, we are transported back in time to witness the beauty and allure of 18th-century France through one man's artistic vision.
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