View of the Park at Versailles: Two Figures on a Bench in a Clearing, Female Statue Nearby n.d.

This wash drawing by French artist Antoine Pierre Mongin depicts a tranquil scene at the Palace of Versailles. The artwork features a clearing in the park, with two figures seated on a bench in the foreground. A classical statue of a female figure stands on a pedestal nearby, adding a touch of grandeur to the landscape. The drawing, currently in the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago, showcases Mongin's ability to capture the serene atmosphere of the French gardens with delicate brushstrokes and subtle shading. This work exemplifies the popular 19th-century artistic trend of depicting picturesque landscapes, which reflected the growing interest in nature and the idealized beauty of the countryside.