One of Niobe's Daughters (1752-1756)
Augustin Pajou1752-1756 · Portrait · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1809)
Specifications
- Year
- 1752-1756
- Nationality / school
- French
- Lifespan
- 1730–1809
About the artwork
"One of Niobe's Daughters" (1752-1756) is a work by Augustin Pajou. It is listed in the Drawings collection. The image is in portrait orientation. Drawings, a short history: Drawings range from quick preparatory sketches to finished works in pen, chalk, charcoal, graphite, or wash. Because line carries so much of the effect, drawings tend to reward close looking at the quality of the mark. About the period around 1752-1756: The eighteenth century began with the light, ornamental Rococo, especially in France, and moved towards the clarity and antique references of Neoclassicism by the end of the century. The Enlightenment and the habit of the Grand Tour fed a wider interest in science, travel, antiquity, and natural history, and illustrators accompanied many expeditions.
"One of Niobe's Daughters" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A portrait format suits narrow wall spaces, hallways, and the area beside a door or window. Drawings and sketches stand out through line clarity and a sense of the artist process, which makes them a natural fit for minimalist, monochrome, and graphic interiors. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
French, 1730–1809
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