La Dernière Héloïse: ou, Lettres de Junie (Part I and Part II)
Dauphin, de Verdun · French
1784
- Medium
- bound volume with letterpress text and 5 etching and engravings (including title pages for two parts)
- Classification
- Volume
- Period
- 1776 to 1800
- Image size
- 5829 × 10078px
Description
This is a drawing of a book cover for "La Derniere Héloïse." The cover features decorative typography and an illustrated oval scene framed with ornate detailing. The scene shows two figures in an interior space with tall columns and arched architecture. One figure is seated and the other standing, engaged in an interaction. The seated figure appears relaxed, leaning against the back of a chair or couch. The illustration reflects 18th-century style with detailed and elegant features, including clothing and architecture. Text on the cover includes the title, author, and publication details, showing it was published in Paris in 1784. The color scheme consists of sepia tones.
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).