La Vie de Jeanne d'Arc (The Life of Joan of Arc) (Furnishing Fabric) c. 1815
charlesabrahamchasselat
theartinstituteofchicago
print, weaving, textile
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light pencil work
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ink drawing
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pen sketch
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pencil sketch
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weaving
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textile
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text
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ink drawing experimentation
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pen-ink sketch
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france
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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pencil work
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sketchbook art
This furnishing fabric, designed by Charles Abraham Chasselat around 1815, depicts scenes from the life of Joan of Arc. The artwork highlights key moments in her story, including her trial and execution. It features a detailed and intricate design, typical of French textiles of the period. The fabric, now part of The Art Institute of Chicago’s collection, serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of Joan of Arc, a national heroine of France, and her impact on history.
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