Scene from "The Tomb of Master André" c. 1705 - 1708

"Scene from 'The Tomb of Master André'" is a red chalk drawing by Claude Gillot, executed between 1705 and 1708. Gillot, a French artist known for his theatrical and often satirical works, captures a scene filled with characters, likely inspired by commedia dell'arte. The drawing depicts a group of people gathered around a tomb, with a figure riding a donkey in the foreground. The composition features a dynamic arrangement of figures, showcasing Gillot's skillful use of line and shading to convey movement and expression. This drawing is characteristic of Gillot's artistic style, which blended elements of the grotesque and the elegant, reflecting the sensibilities of his time.