Figure Studies
The Sense of Taste
Philippe Mercier
An elegant 18th-century genre scene depicting a refined gathering enjoying the sensory pleasures of wine and fruit.
The Sense of Touch
Philippe Mercier
1744 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant 18th-century genre painting depicting an intimate domestic scene centered on the tactile interaction with a family cat.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Library · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Terracotta clay
About the piece
Created in 1744 by Philippe Mercier, this Rococo-era painting serves as an allegory for the sense of touch. The composition features a group of figures in a richly detailed interior, their expressions and gestures focused on a small cat, showcasing Mercier's skill in capturing social dynamics and the textures of fine period costume.
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