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Le Bas, Jacques-Philippe; Chardin, Jean-Siméon
Etude du dessin Étude du dessin
1757 1757

A student, seated in a modestly outfitted studio, studies intently a reproduction of Jean-Baptiste Pigalle’s Mercury Tying his Sandal (1744, Paris, Musée du Louvre). Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin selected Pigalle’s figure for its twisting dynamism. With this choice, he also makes a significant statement about contemporary sculpture being just as edifying for young artists as classical examples. Drawing after famous works of art trained the artist in form, line and composition.

Artist Artiste
Le Bas, Jacques-Philippe; Chardin, Jean-Siméon
Artist Dates Naissance/décès de l'artiste
Paris, France 1707-Paris, France 1783; Paris, France 1699-Paris, France 1779 Paris, France 1707-Paris, France 1783; Paris, France 1699-Paris, France 1779
Title Titre
Etude du dessin Étude du dessin
Date Date
1757 1757
Category Collection
European Historical Art européen ancien
Medium Technique d’expression
Engraving on paper Gravure
Dimensions Dimensions
height / width: 29.40 x 32.90 cm; 11.57 x 12.95 in.
Credit Line Mention de source
Purchase, W. McAllister Johnson Fund, 1988 Achat, Fonds W. McAllister Johnson, 1988
Accession Number Numéro d'acquisition
31-004

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