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Five large decorative paintings from the late 18th century: The Fives senses (Reference 9090)
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Each of these still life paintings have a bottom centered composition just above the title cartouche, with a trompe-l’oeil frame of molding and painted roses on wood, from which hangs a fine garland of flowers and leaves.
"Le Goût": Sense of Taste
Traditionally Taste is represented by wine, as was the case as early as the 15th century in the Dame à la licorne tapestry (the Lady with the Unicorn). Here the peach symbolizes smoothness, the grapes sweetness, red currents and cherries a variety of sourness. These all compare to the neutral taste of water in a glass.
"L’Odorat": Sense of Smell
Perfumes symbolized by different flowers mingle with smoke from incense in a burner, a bottle of essential oils, one of perfume, a box of unguent, all symbolize the sense of smell.
"Toucher": Sense of Touch
The symbols used are riding gear with bit, girth and spur, a branch of thorns, a plant in a pot.
"L’Ouïe": Sense of Hearing
Naturally represented by musical instruments: a hunting horn, the bow of a violin, an oboe, a clarinet and some music scores.
"La Vue": Sense of Sight
The pleasure we associate with sight has developed the graphic arts. Here, Sight is represented by a book, an anamorphosis pyramid and a painter’s drafting glass. The blue morning glories on the left symbolize charm; the primroses youth and the fritillary admiration.
Origin : 18th century
Stock venue : Warehouse in Saint OuenAdditional information
Size:
Le Goût: Height : 205cm ; Width : 164cm
L’Odorat: Height : 205cm ; Width : 164cm
Le Toucher: Height : 205cm ; Width : 164cm
L’Ouïe: Height :210cm ; Width : 265cm
La Vue : Hieght : 205 cm ;Width : 155cm
Condition :
Condition:Usual restoration and recanvasing. Louis XVI style frames from the end of the 19th century.