The Tournament of Love 1782

"The Tournament of Love" (1782) by Antoine Carrée (1742-1794) depicts a playful, romantic scene. The engraving captures a jousting tournament in a verdant landscape, featuring figures on horseback and a crowd of onlookers. Carrée's detailed rendering of the setting, including the trees, tents, and figures creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. The artwork is characteristic of the Rococo style, with its lighthearted subject matter and whimsical details. This engraving would have been popular with collectors of prints and those interested in the romantic and lighthearted themes of the era.