Who created "Scene From A Comedy"?

Scene From A Comedy was created by Cornelis Troost|Jacob Buys|Cornelis Troost in 1740–1801.

When was "Scene From A Comedy" created?

This artwork was created 1740–1801.

What medium is "Scene From A Comedy"?

Scene From A Comedy is Pen, brush and gray ink and wash, heightened with white over graphite.

Is "Scene From A Comedy" in the public domain?

Yes, Scene From A Comedy is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Scene From A Comedy

Cornelis Troost|Jacob Buys|Cornelis Troost

1740–1801

Medium

Pen, brush and gray ink and wash, heightened with white over graphite

Dimensions

sheet: 10 7/8 x 8 3/8 in. (27.6 x 21.3 cm)

Classification

Drawings

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Rogers Fund, 1906

Accession Number

06.1042.16

Tags

BuildingsMenWomenTrees

Art Historical Context

"Scene from a Comedy," a captivating drawing attributed to Cornelis Troost and Jacob Buys (dated circa 1740–1801), offers a lively glimpse into 18th-century Dutch theatrical culture. Troost, a master of Rococo genre scenes and caricatures, specialized in capturing the exuberant world of Dutch comedy theater, often featuring exaggerated expressions and witty vignettes. Here, men and women—likely actors in costume—interact amid buildings and trees, evoking a comedic outdoor tableau that blends humor with everyday charm. This sheet, measuring 10 7/8 x 8 3/8 inches, exemplifies the playful spirit ...

About the Artist

Cornelis Troost|Jacob Buys|Cornelis Troost · 1696–1750

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