The Fragrances of Summer c. 18th century

Editor: So, this is "The Fragrances of Summer," a print by Pierre Étienne Moitte. The figures are so delicately rendered. What’s your take on this piece? Curator: The process of printmaking, etching in particular, allowed for the dissemination of these classically idealized figures. Consider how this reproductive technology impacted the art market, making such imagery accessible to a broader audience beyond the elite. How does that affect your understanding of it? Editor: That's interesting... It definitely changes my perspective knowing it could have been mass-produced and consumed!