Frontispiece 1707 - 1783

This etching, created by Jacques Philippe Le Bas between 1707 and 1783, is a frontispiece from the play "Moeurs libre; et sous l’orage d’un Traitre!". The scene depicts a group of men in a Venetian setting, possibly in the Piazza San Marco, which is indicated by the domes of St. Mark's Basilica. The etching was part of a series of engravings, highlighting the popularity of theatrical engravings during the 18th century. Le Bas's detailed and expressive style is evident in the intricate rendering of the figures and the architectural backdrop, drawing viewers into the dramatic scene of the play.