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J.J. Rousseau
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J.J. Rousseau

Date1833
MediumLithograph
DimensionsSheet: 290 x 247 mm. (11 7/16 x 9 3/4 in.)
Image: 170 x 140 mm. (6 11/16 x 5 1/2 in.)
Credit LineThe George A. Lucas Collection, purchased with funds from the State of Maryland, Laurence and Stella Bendann Fund, and contributions from individuals, foundations, and corporations throughout the Baltimore community
Object number1996.48.16218
NOT ON VIEW
Last Updated1/11/24
Image Not Available for The Comedians from the Province. - Can you imagine, my dear, these barbarians were hissing during my performance in "Cinna"; and you have seen me in "Cinna". - Yes, I flatter myself having seen you, but you must understand that these provincials are utter simpletons. Once you have your debut at the Theatre Français, you'll be seeing Mr. J.J. who will pamper you, you'll be asking 100'000 francs annual salary, and they'll applaud you... how can you possibly succeed with 1'500 francs at the Beauvais... you fool!
The Comedians from the Province. - Can you imagine, my dear, these barbarians were hissing during my performance in "Cinna"; and you have seen me in "Cinna". - Yes, I flatter myself having seen you, but you must understand that these provincials are utter simpletons. Once you have your debut at the Theatre Français, you'll be seeing Mr. J.J. who will pamper you, you'll be asking 100'000 francs annual salary, and they'll applaud you... how can you possibly succeed with 1'500 francs at the Beauvais... you fool!
1842
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Rousseau (Laotze also pleaded for the return to Mother Nature)
1989
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The Children of J.J. Angerstein
n.d.
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Jean Baptiste Rousseau
1740
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Jean Jacques Rousseau
n.d.
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Plate: The Tomb of Rousseau
1818
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Design for the Rousseau China Dinner Service, Plate #3 (Fish)
1866
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The Studio
1852
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Apollo and Daphne
1844
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Apollo and Daphne
1844
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Ploughing in Nevers
1849
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The Ode
1846, published 1847