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Cecile de Volanges and; Marquise Isabelle de Merteuil at the theatre, illustration from Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos (1741-1803) pub. 1934 (pochoir print)
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Cecile de Volanges and; Marquise Isabelle de Merteuil at the theatre, illustration from Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos (1741-1803) pub. 1934 (pochoir print)
3025983 Cecile de Volanges and; Marquise Isabelle de Merteuil at the theatre, illustration from Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos (1741-1803) pub. 1934 (pochoir print) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection
Media ID 26407060
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Audience Barbier Georges 1882 1932 Chaperone Courting Courtship High Society Innocent Sexual Intrigue Suitor Wooing Young Girl Younghood Lovers
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This pochoir print, titled "Cecile de Volanges and Marquise Isabelle de Merteuil at the theatre" transports us to the world of Pierre Choderlos de Laclos' renowned novel, Les Liaisons Dangereuses. Created by artist Georges Barbier in 1934, this illustration beautifully captures a pivotal moment in the story. In this scene, we see Cecile de Volanges and Marquise Isabelle de Merteuil attending the theater together. The two women are depicted with exquisite detail, showcasing their elegance and sophistication. As members of high society, they are adorned in lavish attire that reflects their status. The composition highlights the contrast between these characters - Cecile's innocence is evident through her youthful appearance and wide-eyed expression, while the Marquise exudes confidence and allure. Their presence among other spectators suggests a dangerous liaison unfolding within French society. Barbier's use of vibrant colors adds depth to the artwork, drawing our attention to every intricate detail from Cecile's oversize wig to Isabelle's enigmatic smile. This pochoir print serves as a visual representation of sexual intrigue and courtship prevalent throughout Les Liaisons Dangereuses. As viewers delve into this artwork inspired by one of France's most celebrated literary works, they are transported back in time to witness a complex web of relationships unfold before their eyes. It is an invitation to explore themes such as love, manipulation, power dynamics within high society during
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