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Les Etrennes (new year gifts from hunting and growing food), 1615 (engraving)
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Les Etrennes (new year gifts from hunting and growing food), 1615 (engraving)
3480533 Les Etrennes (new year gifts from hunting and growing food), 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: Les Etrennes (new year gifts from hunting and growing food). Plate from Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs, by Blaise de Vigenare, Paris, 1615. Engraving circa 1615, by Leonard Gaultier.); Universal History Archive/UIG; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23007472
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Blaise De Vigenare Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs Gift Gifts Greek Mythology Growing Growth Léonard Gaultier Les Images Ou Tableaux New Year Surprise
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This engraving, titled "Les Etrennes (new year gifts from hunting and growing food), 1615" by Leonard Gaultier, takes us back to the 17th century. The print is a plate from the book "Les Images Ou Tableaux De Platte Peinture Des Deux Philostrates Sophistes Grecs" by Blaise de Vigenare, published in Paris in 1615. In this intricate artwork, we are transported to a world where new year celebrations were marked with offerings of both hunted game and bountiful harvests. The scene depicts an array of gifts beautifully arranged on a table. Delicately engraved details showcase various fruits, vegetables, and freshly caught animals that symbolize abundance and prosperity. Gaultier's skillful technique brings life to each element within the composition. The fine lines capture the textures of feathers, fur, leaves, and even the folds of fabric draping over the table. This attention to detail creates a sense of realism that draws viewers into this historical moment. The print not only reflects the customs surrounding New Year's celebrations but also pays homage to Greek mythology through its inclusion of two figures known as Philostrates Sophistes Grecs. These mythological characters add an air of mystery and intrigue to an already enchanting scene. Overall, this exquisite engraving offers us a glimpse into past traditions while showcasing Gaultier's mastery as an artist. It serves as a reminder
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