
The Tavern
Basan, Pierre-François · French
1761/1762
- Medium
- engraving and etching
- Classification
- Period
- 1751 to 1775
- Image size
- 3911 × 3465px
Description
This is a drawing of a garden scene. The image shows elegantly dressed individuals dancing and socializing outdoors. The setting includes lush foliage, architecture, and a house with classic European design features. The figures are joyful, engaging in dancing and socializing near a table. There is musical accompaniment in the background, creating a celebratory mood in the garden party setting.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).