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Manhood, plate three from The Four Ages of Man

A work made of etching on paper.
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  • A work made of etching on paper.

Date:

1636

Artist:

Abraham Bosse
French, 1602-1676

About this artwork

Abraham Bosse primarily depicted scenes of 17th-century Parisian society and was considered original and highly influential on French art. A follower of Jacques Callot, Bosse adopted the belief that etchings should imitate engravings, using special techniques allowing him to create swelling lines through the etching ground. No longer depicting the curious boy nor the wanton young man, in Manhood Bosse celebrates the third age of man. In this scene of refined affluence and composure, an established gentleman directs his attention toward the viewer, bidding us to join in a family meal, much to the dismay of the small dog hoping for a few scraps of food.

Status

Currently Off View

Department

Prints and Drawings

Artist

Abraham Bosse

Title

Manhood, plate three from The Four Ages of Man

Place

France (Artist's nationality:)

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1636

Medium

Etching on paper

Credit Line

Joseph Brooks Fair Fund

Reference Number

1965.520

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