Bouchardon Edme Collection

Two nude children standing; from New Book of Children, 1720-60

Child Riding a Dolphin, 1738. Creator: Edme Bouchardon
Child Riding a Dolphin, 1738

Laundryman (image 2 of 2), c.1748. Creators: Meissen Porcelain, Edme Bouchardon, Johann Joachim Kändler
Laundryman (image 2 of 2), c.1748

Laundryman (image 1 of 2), c.1748. Creators: Meissen Porcelain, Edme Bouchardon, Johann Joachim Kändler
Laundryman (image 1 of 2), c.1748

Inauguration de la statue de Louis XV sur la place du même nom, par le corps de... le 20 juin 1763
Inauguration de la statue de Louis XV sur la place du meme nom, par le corps de la Ville de Paris, le 20 juin 1763, c1763

Portrait du sculpteur Edme Bouchardon (1698-1762), c1758. Creator: Francois Hubert Drouais
Portrait du sculpteur Edme Bouchardon (1698-1762), c1758

Nude children and a dog warming themselves by a fire; an allegory of Winter, after a... after 1745. Creator: Anon
Nude children and a dog warming themselves by a fire; an allegory of Winter, after a bas-relief on the Fontaine des Quatre-Saisons (Paris), after 1745

Nude children shearing wheat; an allegory of Summer; after a bas-relief on the Fonta... after 1745. Creator: Anon
Nude children shearing wheat; an allegory of Summer; after a bas-relief on the Fontaine des Quatre-Saisons (Paris), after 1745

Two nude children playing with a leaf; from New Book of Children, 1720-60

Two nude children eating grapes; from New Book of Children, 1720-60

Two nude children, one sleeping and the other holding a wreath, from New Book of Children, 1720-60

Figure, from Seconde livre de figures d Academies gravees en Partie par les... published 1745
Figure, from Seconde livre de figures d Academies gravees en Partie par les Professeurs de l Academie Royale, published 1745

The Fountain of the Graces, 1737. Creator: Gabriel Huquier
The Fountain of the Graces, 1737

Academie. Creator: Pierre Alexandre Aveline
Academie. [Academy]

Head of a Man. Creator: Gilles Demarteau
Head of a Man

Sight, 1730-65. Creators: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de, Etienne Fessard
Sight, 1730-65

Taste, 1730-65. Creators: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de, Etienne Fessard
Taste, 1730-65

Hearing, 1730-65. Creators: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de, Etienne Fessard
Hearing, 1730-65

Venus Catching Love or Venus Flogging Love, ca. 1741. Creators: Caylus
Venus Catching Love or Venus Flogging Love, ca. 1741

Touch, 1730-65. Creators: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de, Etienne Fessard
Touch, 1730-65

Smell, 1730-65. Creators: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de, Etienne Fessard
Smell, 1730-65

A Hunter Grabbing a Bear, 1737. Creators: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
A Hunter Grabbing a Bear, 1737

Diana at the Bath After Returning from the Hunt, ca. 1730-60. [Posito visam velamine narres]

Go Nymphs, who lay down their arms, Love is resting!, 1730-60. [Ite, Nimphae, ponit arma, feriatus est amor]

The Cobbler, 1737. Creator: Caylus, Anne-Claude-Philippe de
The Cobbler, 1737

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"Bouchardon Edme: A Master of Delicate Artistry and Sensuality" Step into the enchanting world of Bouchardon Edme, a renowned artist whose works captivate with their ethereal beauty and timeless elegance. In his collection "New Book of Children" from 1720-60, he unveils a series of tender moments between two nude children that evoke innocence and purity. In one captivating scene, we witness two cherubic figures standing side by side, their youthful bodies bathed in soft light. Their eyes sparkle with curiosity as they explore the wonders around them. Another masterpiece showcases these playful souls indulging in succulent grapes, their delicate fingers reaching for nature's sweet bounty. Edme's artistry extends beyond mere playfulness; it delves into the realm of dreams and imagination. In one mesmerizing tableau, we encounter two children engrossed in an imaginary game with a leaf. Their laughter echoes through the air as they create whimsical stories only they can understand. Moving further into his oeuvre, we discover a poignant depiction of slumber and adoration. One child peacefully rests while the other lovingly holds a wreath above them—a symbol of eternal friendship and devotion that transcends time itself. Bouchardon Edme's talent also shines through collaborations such as "Seconde livre de figures d'Academies gravees en Partie par les. . " published in 1745 alongside Pierre Soubeyran and Jombert Pere. Together, they bring to life intricate figures that exude grace and poise—an homage to classical aesthetics. The Fountain of Graces is yet another testament to Edme's artistic prowess—a harmonious blend of delicacy and grandeur crafted by Gabriel Huquier. This majestic creation transports viewers to an idyllic realm where beauty reigns supreme. Pierre Alexandre Aveline collaborates with Bouchardon Edme on "Academie, " a collection that showcases the human form in all its glory.