Salomon Gessner, Figurine Seller with Two Girls, Swiss, 1730 - 1788, 1770, etching
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Salomon Gessner, Figurine Seller with Two Girls, Swiss, 1730 - 1788, 1770, etching
Salomon Gessner, Figurine Seller with Two Girls, Swiss, 1730 - 1788, 1770, etching on laid paper
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Media ID 12884518
© Quint Lox Limited
1730 1770 1788 Figurine Gessner Girls Laid Salomon Salomon Gessner Seller Swiss
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this etching titled "Salomon Gessner, Figurine Seller with Two Girls" artist Quint Lox transports us to 18th-century Switzerland. The scene depicts a bustling marketplace where a figurine seller engages with two young girls, capturing a moment of innocence and curiosity. The intricate details in the etching bring the characters to life. Salomon Gessner, known for his delicate craftsmanship, is shown displaying his wares on a wooden cart adorned with various figurines. His face reflects both pride and humility as he interacts with potential customers. The two girls stand before him, their eyes wide with wonderment at the array of tiny treasures laid out before them. One girl reaches out tentatively towards an intricately carved figure while the other gazes intently at Salomon Gessner's offerings. Lox's masterful use of shading and line work adds depth and dimension to the composition. The textures of the figures' clothing and expressions are beautifully rendered on the laid paper canvas. This print from Liszt Collection not only captures a historical moment but also evokes emotions of nostalgia and simplicity. It serves as a reminder that even in our modern world, there is still beauty to be found in handmade crafts and genuine human connection.
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