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PARIS: SALON, 1755. A group of artists and writers listen to the first reading of the play the Chinese Orphan by Voltaire at the salon of Marie Therese Rodet Geoffrin, Hotel Rambouillet, Paris. Oil on canvas, c1814, by Anicet-Charles-Gabriel Lemonnier
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PARIS: SALON, 1755. A group of artists and writers listen to the first reading of the play the Chinese Orphan by Voltaire at the salon of Marie Therese Rodet Geoffrin, Hotel Rambouillet, Paris. Oil on canvas, c1814, by Anicet-Charles-Gabriel Lemonnier
PARIS: SALON, 1755.
A group of artists and writers listen to the first reading of the play the Chinese Orphan by Voltaire at the salon of Marie Therese Rodet Geoffrin, Hotel Rambouillet, Paris. Oil on canvas, c1814, by Anicet-Charles-Gabriel Lemonnier
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1755 Arouet Artist Bradley Smith Enlightenment Francois Gabriel Hotel Listen Marie Play Reading Salon Scapini Therese Voltaire Writer Anicet Geoffrin Le Monnier Rambouillet Rodet
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This print transports us back to the vibrant intellectual atmosphere of 18th-century Paris. In this scene, we witness a group of esteemed artists and writers gathered at the salon of Marie Therese Rodet Geoffrin in the Hotel Rambouillet. The year is 1755, and they eagerly listen to the first reading of Voltaire's play, "The Chinese Orphan". The painting by Anicet-Charles-Gabriel Lemonnier beautifully captures the essence of this momentous occasion. Men and women alike are engrossed in deep conversation, their faces animated with passion and curiosity. The room exudes an air of enlightenment as ideas flow freely amidst these brilliant minds. Marie Therese Rodet Geoffrin herself was known for hosting such salons that brought together intellectuals from various disciplines. It was through gatherings like these that new ideas were exchanged, debates sparked, and artistic collaborations formed. Lemonnier's masterful use of oil on canvas brings life to each character depicted in this historical tableau. From Francois-Marie Arouet (better known as Voltaire) himself to other prominent figures whose names have been lost to time but whose contributions remain invaluable. As we gaze upon this artwork from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, we can't help but be transported into a world where creativity flourished under the watchful eye of Marie Therese Rodet Geoffrin. This print serves as a reminder that even centuries later, their legacy continues to inspire generations with its
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