Avond 1692 - 1739

This etching, *Avond* (Evening), created between 1692 and 1739 by Louis Desplaces (1682-1739), depicts a classical statue of a woman holding a bow and arrow, standing on a pedestal. The inscription below the image identifies the statue as being from the Gardens of Versailles, likely referencing the gardens created by André Le Nôtre. This work exemplifies the Baroque style, prevalent in the late 17th and 18th centuries, with its dramatic use of light and shadow and its emphasis on the human form. The etching would have been a popular choice for art lovers, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of the royal gardens.