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Man with firework rocket, from the Recueil de figures pour apprendre a dessigner
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Man with firework rocket, from the Recueil de figures pour apprendre a dessigner
STC79284 Man with firework rocket, from the Recueil de figures pour apprendre a dessigner sans Maitre, 1737 (engraving) by Bosse, Abraham (1602-76); Private Collection; (add.info.: collection of characters for teaching to draw without a master; ); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22383254
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Amusement Audience Bang Catherine Wheel Display Fireworks Fuse Gunpowder Guy Fawkes Long Hair Podium Rockets Wealthy Ignite
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This engraving by Abraham Bosse, titled "Man with firework rocket" takes us back to the 18th century when fireworks were a spectacle of both amusement and entertainment. The image showcases a fashionable man holding a firework rocket, his long hair flowing in the wind as he stands confidently on a podium. His stylish hat adds an air of elegance to his appearance. Surrounded by a crowd of spectators, this wealthy gentleman ignites the fuse with anticipation while they eagerly await the display. In the background, we catch glimpses of grand castles and fortresses, symbolizing the opulence and grandeur associated with such events. The artist skillfully captures the excitement and thrill that fireworks brought to people's lives during this time period. As Guy Fawkes' infamous plot is remembered on November 5th each year, this scene transports us to that moment when gunpowder-filled rockets soared into the night sky. Bosse's detailed engravings from "Recueil de figures pour apprendre à dessigner sans Maitre" served as instructional tools for aspiring artists to learn how to draw without guidance from a master. This particular print beautifully combines artistic technique with historical context, offering us a glimpse into both fashion trends and popular forms of entertainment in 18th-century France.
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