Processional Scene by François-Édouard Picot (1786-1868) – Allegorical Ink Drawing - 9¾" x 22"

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This finely detailed ink drawing by François-Édouard Picot, a celebrated French artist of the 19th century, depicts a lively mythological processional scene filled with rich allegorical and symbolic elements. 

The composition features cherubs leading a majestic chariot adorned with sun-shaped wheels, pulled by two goats. One cherub lovingly scratches the chin of one goat, showcasing Picot’s delicate attention to gesture and emotion. Another cherub accompanies the procession by blowing a horn, while a lion—an enduring symbol of strength and majesty—strides in the foreground.

The harmonious arrangement of figures suggests a celebratory or divine journey, with the chariot symbolizing the sun or a celestial deity’s triumphal passage through the heavens. Cherubs, often depicted as symbols of love, innocence, or divine messengers, lend the scene a playful and ethereal quality. The procession is imbued with movement and energy, with each element contributing to the mythological narrative.

Presented in a pretty molded rectangular frame behind glass with green matting, this drawing highlights Picot’s mastery of composition and line work. His skillful use of ink showcases his academic training and Neoclassical influences, particularly his studies under the great Jacques-Louis David and François-André Vincent.

François-Édouard Picot (1786–1868) earned widespread acclaim for his historical, allegorical, and mythological works. A second-class medal winner at the 1819 Salon for his masterpiece L’Amour et Psyché (Cupid and Psyche), he later became a member of the prestigious Académie des Beaux-Arts. His monumental fresco The Crowning of the Virgin in the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Lorette in Paris is among his most celebrated works.

Picot’s influence extended beyond his paintings, as he mentored notable artists such as Alexandre Cabanel and William Bouguereau.

The mythological inspiration for this scene could reflect themes associated with the god Apollo, the sun deity, or Dionysus, who is often linked with goats and processions celebrating vitality and abundance. This artwork is a remarkable example of Picot’s ability to imbue classical allegories with intricate detail and dynamic energy. A superb addition for collectors of antique drawings, Neoclassical art, or allegorical works.


Condition and wear consistent with age and use.
Approx. overall 9¾" high x 22" wide
Approx. overall 25cm high x 56cm wide

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