Façon moderne d'une Porte de Jardin (A Garden Door in the Modern Style) c. 1755 - 1760

"Façon moderne d'une Porte de Jardin (A Garden Door in the Modern Style)" is an etching by Swedish artist Johann Esaias Nilson, created between 1755 and 1760. The print depicts an elaborate garden gate in the Rococo style, adorned with ornate carvings and a playful cherub figure. A gentleman and lady, dressed in the fashionable attire of the era, stand on either side of the gate, their gestures suggesting a romantic encounter. The intricate details and elegant figures of this print showcase the Rococo aesthetic, a style characterized by its delicate curves, playful ornamentation, and emphasis on grace and refinement.