The Fire 1735 - 1745

"The Fire" is an etching by Pierre Alexandre Aveline, a French artist who specialized in the Rococo style. Created between 1735 and 1745, the print features a scene of two Chinese figures preparing a meal. The image is known for its detailed depiction of everyday life in 18th-century China, with meticulously rendered objects like the stove, cookware, and the seated figure's elaborate costume. "The Fire" is a prime example of Aveline's mastery of line and detail and serves as a valuable window into the artistic and cultural exchanges of the time. The artwork is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.