Who created "Design for a Book Illustration"?

Design for a Book Illustration was created by Charles Nicolas Cochin II in 18th century.

When was "Design for a Book Illustration" created?

This artwork was created 18th century.

What medium is "Design for a Book Illustration"?

Design for a Book Illustration is Black chalk.

Is "Design for a Book Illustration" in the public domain?

Yes, Design for a Book Illustration is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Design for a Book Illustration

Charles Nicolas Cochin II

18th century

Medium

Black chalk

Dimensions

6 1/4 x 4 1/8 in. (15.9 x 10.5 cm.)

Classification

Drawings

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

The Elisha Whittelsey Collection, The Elisha Whittelsey Fund, 1950

Accession Number

50.605.37

Tags

InfantsWomen

Art Historical Context

In the opulent world of 18th-century France, Charles Nicolas Cochin (1715–1790) was a master engraver, designer, and influential figure in the Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture. This delicate black chalk drawing, titledDesign for a Book Illustration exemplifies his preparatory work for printed books, a booming medium during the Enlightenment. Cochin designs graced lavish publications, blending Rococo elegance with precise draftsmanship, and this small-scale sketch (just 6 1/4 x 4 1/8 inches) captures his skill in capturing intimate scenes—likely featuring women and infants, evoking t...

Design for a Book Illustration

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