Les Fruits de L'Automne
Medium
Classification
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council
Accession Number
1921-6-192
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
**Les Fruits de L'Automne** (The Fruits of Autumn), created around 1735-1740 by French engraver Charles-Nicolas Cochin the Elder (1688–1754), captures the bountiful harvest themes so cherished in 18th-century Europe. As a delicate print, it likely showcases an array of seasonal produce—apples, grapes, and gourds—arranged in the ornate, playful style of the Rococo movement. Cochin, a master engraver known for his intricate book illustrations and decorative designs, excelled in translating opulent compositions into reproducible prints, making fine art accessible beyond elite circles. This work ...