Fortune and Misfortune, or The Broken Pitcher 1787
louisphilibertdebucourt
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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tree
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drawing
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sculpture
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strong focal point
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charcoal drawing
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charcoal art
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black and white theme
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framed image
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black and white
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carved
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men
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charcoal
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remaining negative space
"Fortune and Misfortune, or The Broken Pitcher" (1787) by Louis Philibert Debucourt depicts a young couple in a pastoral setting. The woman, dressed in a white gown, appears distressed as she holds her broken pitcher, a symbol of misfortune. The man, seated beside her, looks on with a mixture of concern and amusement. This charming print is a fine example of Debucourt’s skill in capturing the fleeting moments of everyday life with a delicate touch.
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